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Charles IV of Hungary's attempts to retake the throne

After Miklós Horthy was chosen Regent of Hungary on 1 March 1920, Charles I of Austria, who reigned in Hungary as Charles IV, made two unsuccessful attempts to retake the throne. His attempts are also called the "First" and "Second Royal coups d'état" (Hungarian: első és második királypuccs) respectively.

Charles IV of Hungary's attempts to retake throne
Location
Result

Both attempts unsuccessful

  • Charles IV exiled
  • Miklós Horthy secures power
Belligerents
Legitimists

Free-electors Supported by:

Commanders and leaders
Casualties and losses
19 dead, 62 wounded Unknown, at least 14

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