Brezan Proclamation
Bercsenyi joins Rakoczi in issuing the uprising proclamation.
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1703 in Hungary
Explore 11 historical events and records for Hungary in 1703.
Historical records for Hungary in 1703
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May
Brezan Proclamation
Rakoczi issues a proclamation calling Hungary to resistance.
Raising of Rakoczi Banners
Esze's followers raise Rakoczi's banners in the Upper Tisza region.
June
Entry into Hungary
Rakoczi enters Hungary to assume personal leadership of the revolt.
September
Capture of Tokaj
Rakoczi's forces secure Tokaj during their rapid expansion.
December
Control of Upper Hungary
Rakoczi controls much of Upper Hungary by the end of the year.
Other events (month unknown)
Hungarian Rebellion
Rakoczi expands the anti-Habsburg rebellion across Upper Hungary.
Joining the Uprising
Bottyan transfers his military experience to Rakoczi's cause.
Kuruc Command
Karolyi joins Rakoczi and commands important Kuruc forces.
Kuruc Leadership
Forgach becomes a senior commander in the developing Kuruc army.
Rebellion of nationalist
Heads a nationalist rebellion against Austria
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