Hungary

Before 1867, Hungary belonged to Austrian dominated Austro-Hungarian empire which existed during 1686-1918. Stamps listed under Austria were used in Hungary during 1850-1871. Hungary managed to become a theoretically equal half of the empire in 1867 and its post became independent on May 1, 1867. The defeat suffered in World War I led to the collapse of the Austro-Hungarian Empire in 1918.

The defeat of Hungarian army by Romania led to a four months occupation by Romania in the last half of 1919. At this time of period, part of Hungary territory was also occupied by France and Serbia.

Hungary joined Axis countries and was defeated in the Second World War and became a member of socialist block during 1945-1989.