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1948, 1949, 1950 - The capital rebuilds the ruined houses! is a 1948 propaganda poster designed by Gyula Macskassy.
Post-WWII reconstruction in Budapest involved massive efforts to rebuild housing, restore vital infrastructure like the Danube bridges (often with simplified designs), and reconstruct damaged public buildings, but was marked by political agendas that sometimes led to the removal of ornate features in favor of modern, simpler styles, although many historical details are now being restored under projects like the Hauszmann Program. The city suffered immense damage during the 48-day siege, with heavy destruction in the Castle District and surrounding areas, necessitating a huge, rapid rebuilding effort, including contributions from residents and government loans, leading to significant recovery by the late 1940s.
