In 1906, Hungarian societies, churches and institutions met in Cleveland, Ohio to found the American Hungarian Federation, an association created “to defend the interest of Americans of Hungarian origin in the United States.” One hundred and twenty years later, AHF is still a national, non-partisan, all-volunteer organization serving Hungarian Americans.
A few milestones
- 1906: AHF is founded in Cleveland. Its first president is Tihamér Kohányi, founder of the newspaper Szabadság (see AHF History).
- 1931: AHF supports the “Justice for Hungary” transatlantic flight.
- 1955: AHF dedicates the memorial to Colonel Michael Kováts, a founder of the US Cavalry, at The Citadel in Charleston, South Carolina.
- 1956: AHF helps the refugees of the Hungarian Revolution build new lives in America (read more).
- 2006: AHF celebrates its centennial.
- Today: AHF advocates for the rights of Hungarian communities in the Carpathian Basin, honors Hungarian contributions to America, and supports the Colonel Kováts statue project.
Marking the anniversary
Founded in 1906, the American Hungarian Federation (AHF) celebrates its 120th anniversary in 2026 by spearheading an initiative to honor its shared Hungarian-American heritage through a campaign to erect a statue in Charleston, South Carolina, commemorating Colonel Michael Kováts, co-founder of the U.S. Cavalry.
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AHF’s work depends on its members and volunteers. Join and support AHF.