Commemorative plaque 12992

This black commemorative plaque records: 1802-1894 Lajos Kossuth - Hungarian Patriot This plaque is to commemorate the enthusiastic reception and hospitality given by the people of Selkirk to the above named former Governor of Hungary, who was officially invited to lecture to an assembled audience of townspeople on the 12th December 1856, from the balcony of this hotel and in other locations in the town. Commissioned by a Hungarian originated citizen of Selkirk and his family, on the centenary of his Excellency's death

Lajos Kossuth was a prominent Hungarian statesman and journalist who played a crucial role in the Revolutions of 1848, serving as the Governor of Hungary; he is remembered for his efforts to achieve independence from Habsburg rule and his advocacy for liberal reforms.