A unique Hungarian memorial map in the United Kingdom

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Vitéz Initiative for Historical Remembrance

A unique and globally unprecedented interactive map is now available on the official website vitezirend.co.uk, showcasing Hungarian memorial sites across the United Kingdom. This initiative not only fills a long-standing gap but also represents a milestone in preserving Hungarian historical heritage abroad.

The idea and execution of the map are credited to vitéz Sergeant Róbert Balázs, who worked tirelessly for months to ensure that every site of historical or national significance to Hungarians in the UK—military graves, memorial plaques, statues, churches, and community landmarks—is presented in a dignified and accessible manner.

This noble undertaking would not have been possible without the support and encouragement of vitéz Captain Attila Babenyecz, who guided and supported the project from behind the scenes throughout its development. Creating such a map is not only a technical challenge but a solemn mission—to preserve the dignity of remembrance and pass it on to future generations.

Why is this map important?

This interactive map is the first of its kind to comprehensively organise and display locations where Hungarian history and presence connect with British soil. Many of these memorial sites have long remained scattered and little-known. Now, they are made accessible to all via a user-friendly Google Maps interface—complete with images, descriptions, and exact coordinates.

Key Features of the Map

• The world’s first Hungarian memorial map focused specifically on the United Kingdom

• A community-building tool that may inspire pilgrimages, commemorations, and educational visits

• Continuously expandable with the active participation of the Hungarian community

Using the Map Interface

The map is built on the familiar Google Maps platform, allowing users to plan their routes instantly by clicking on icons.

This familiar icon opens the map in full-screen mode, displaying all memorial locations at once for easy navigation.

By clicking the share icon, the map can be shared directly via Facebook, Twitter, email, or embedded on websites using the provided code.

The list icon, resembling a small door, offers quick access to the directory of available memorial sites. From here, users can instantly select and view more details about any specific location.

The camera/map control tool provides additional navigation functions, including refined map movement and zoom (in and out) for enhanced exploration.

What information does the map provide?

• The name of the memorial site

• Its exact address

• The date of inauguration

• Names of key participants at the ceremony

• The inscription on the memorial

• The creator or commissioning party

• Contextual data related to the site

• A short description of the inauguration event

• One or two photographs of the site

High Interest and Positive Feedback

The map has quickly gained popularity among the British Hungarian diaspora and those with an interest in national heritage. Numerous responses confirm the importance of this summarised collection—preserving the memory of our past while building a bridge to future generations.

A Call to the Community

The work is not yet finished. We invite everyone: if you are aware of any Hungarian-related memorial sites in the UK not yet listed on the map, please share them with us! Together, let us preserve the values of the past—and shape a shared future.

🔗 Explore the map here: https://www.vitezirend.co.uk/magyar-emlekhelyek-angliaban