Tűzkereszt means “Fire Cross”, a Hungarian military decoration awarded for front-line combat service between 1941 and 1943.

Hungarian Military History Archive

An online archive preserving Hungarian and Austro-Hungarian military history through original photographs, awards, documents, and research material.

ESTABLISHED 2010

2019-04-16

"Hospital Friends"

A wonderful photograph showing a group of soldiers visiting their comrades at a Hungarian military hospital. Judging by the uniforms and the style of the photograph, it was likely taken in the early 1930s.

Although clearly posed as a group portrait, the image offers a fascinating glimpse into the camaraderie, humour, and character of military life during the interwar period. Moments such as these provide a rare and personal perspective on the everyday experiences of Hungarian soldiers beyond formal training and service.