* The Eleventh Arrow *

About the Author

Eva Szilagyi was born in Monor, Hungary, and raised in South Orange County, California. Her experiences as an immigrant and her deep connection to her Hungarian roots have shaped her writing and passion for storytelling.

The Eleventh Arrow, a book about her parents escaping the horrors of Russian communism during the 1956 Revolution


The book/ The Eleventh Arrow

 

The Eleventh Arrow

Eva is the author of The Eleventh Arrow, a gripping, true story about her parents’ escape from the horrors of Russian communism during the 1956 Hungarian Revolution. This powerful narrative not only brings to life the courageous journey of a family in the face of overwhelming adversity, but also offers readers a unique glimpse into Hungarian history and the indomitable spirit of those who lived through it.

 

 

 

 

The Eleventh Arrow is more than just a historical account; it’s a tribute to resilience, hope, and the enduring strength of family bonds in the most challenging of times.

 

Meet Terezia and József Szilágyi                                Married July 8th, 1950

Standing in front of the church where they were just married.

Front row, left to right,

Tomi, (Baba’s younger brother). Terezia’s friend Baba, , and Józsi’s friend David..

 

Terezia, József Szilagyi, Momiba, (Terezia’s mother), Erzsi, (Terezia’s sister).

~Back row left to right

Dezső, (József’s brother) and his girlfriend Icu, some random guy walking out of the church,

Laci, (Erzsi’s husband), Terike, (József’s mother).

All others in this photo are random people coming from the church service


 

 


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The Eleventh Arrow