The total number of deaths in the Romanian Revolution was 1,104, of which 162 were from the protests that led to the overthrow of Ceaușescu (16-22 December 1989) and 942 during the fighting that occurred after the seizure of power by the new FSN. The number of wounded was 3,352, of which 1,107 occurred while Ceaușescu was still in power and 2,245 after the FSN took power.[50][51] Official figures place the death toll of the revolution at 689 people, many of whom were civilians.[5]
Looking at the newborns in the video, I ask what years did the diapers use for the first time in Romania arrive? Especially in the maternity wards of hospitals
0:40 "The death toll is put at between 70-80 thousand people with 300 thousand injured". Actual numbers: 1100 died, 3300 injured. Interesting that the West said they would back a Soviet invasion to help the anti-Ceausescu side.
Soviet invasion was intended to back Iliescu but Gorbachiev put the breaks on that idea, telling Iliescu via phone that a direct interference from the ussr would compromise the "new ussr"'s image, therefor iliescu must deal with it within romania and nothing more
It is interesting. Communist Romania was rather unique in Communist Eastern Europe. Ceausescu wanted to be more independent from soviet influence and had a strained if not negative relationship with both the Soviet Union and Warsaw pact as well as the western alliance. Since the military sided with the rebels and the continued collapse of the Warsaw pact it was believed that any military intervention from either the soviets or the west would more than likely back the revolution
You have to remember that when it comes to Communist countries the Western mainstream media are contracturally obliged to amplify figures by at least 10,000 percent for the purposes of manufacturing consent amongst sheeples.
I got to watch these events on TV and remember how much our Teachers at school tried to explain what was happening. I was very interested in how much I got to see Europe change in those bygone pre-internet days.
no, in fact, Wikipedia: Casualties. The total number of deaths in the Romanian Revolution was 1,104, of which 162 were from the protests that led to the overthrow of Ceaușescu (16-22 December 1989) and 942 during the fighting that occurred after the seizure of power by the new FSN.
@@cestmirberka6994 I *know* this, man! This (!) is _why_ my question retains its relevance _per_ the acuteness of its answer's substance, so to speak: WHY and FROM WHERE THIS MUCH OF A VILE *DISINFORMATION* ??? Or, in other terms: WERE THOSR INSANE?
If Warshav pact accepted to send in Romania,in that time all country havet a comon enemy and a comon goal. And Ceausescu whas protected because all what say abbaut enemy interventions and attacks against Romanian military units whas proved to be true. So..Is good they not invaded Romania,because all country whas prepared for a guerila war against Soviets and there allies.
Then i havet 14 years. And now i think...How the army officers dont observet armed civilians,officers or soldiers with an uncomplect uniforms,beards,mustaches,etc. In that time in army whas forbiden to have beard and mustache. I think,they whas agents of provocations. I recomand to you to search abbaut massacres of Otopeni airport or Defence ministery,where military troops whas sent to fortify defenders positions and that defenders whas anounced abbaut rebel army units who attack them. Reconsize signals whas changet and a lot of young soldiers whas killed. That soldiers whas in army from some months. One quilty abbaut crimes whas general Militaru,who whas proved as an kgb agent. In Minister of defence massacre whas killed leader of USLA(Anti tero units),who in past discovered Militaru whas kgb agent,and whas lider of a group who have ocupations kgb agents and actions.
Looking at the newborns in the video, I ask what years did the diapers use for the first time in Romania arrive? Especially in the maternity wards of hospitals
1. WHY should i be silenced 2. I dont have or live on an island 3. Why should it sail the atlantic to join the US? 4. The US did practically nothing in the romanian revolution, the romanian people did
Cause the Securitate(Security) were good at spreading rumours and had far reach so it was easy to move around if people didn't believe it was romanian snipers.I remember in Craiova they gave guns to employees(one of them my father) who sat 3 days and night in trenches around the factory cause they were "warned" of terrorist attacks.They were diversion tactics, it was a chaotic time full of confusion and death.
Min 04:20 Very interesting how so easily, from nowhere, the *british reporter* found (again, very very easily) an english language speaker romanian soldier. 🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔 Facts: english language in Romania was not taught in schools at all, more than that english movies/music/tv/newspapers/magazine *WERE NOT TO BE FOUND AT ALL IN ROMANIA BEFORE 1989* let alone a soldier from nowhere (romanian soldiers used to be considered stupid and very low iq). If any luck, the british reporter could find a Russian language speaker soldier, but no way english. Note: the english accent is easily spoted. Any romanian reading this comment, please correct me if I'm wrong. Very very interesting. 🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔 Note 2 : please observe how easily and quickly that *"romanian soldier"* understand what he's asked in english by the british reporter, at some point the british reporter doesn't even finish his question and the soldier shake his head affirmatively...🤔🤔🤔🤔
yes indeed. Tho some american movies were illegally spread on vhs tapes before 90. And also some music with english lyrics in them. But is a very, very very thin chance to find a common soldiers who speaks and more important understand english. Is a set up interview for sure.
they fought for our freedom, all respect to all the people that died
Wtf !???....freedom....that's why u are abroad!???😂
@@sorinscarlatache7692 Freedom to travel whats wrong with that
coup d'etat...
The Romanian Revolution is endlessly fascinating
Respect to the Romanians
They truly proved that they are worthy of being called sons of Rome!
Thanks bro :D
The total number of deaths in the Romanian Revolution was 1,104, of which 162 were from the protests that led to the overthrow of Ceaușescu (16-22 December 1989) and 942 during the fighting that occurred after the seizure of power by the new FSN. The number of wounded was 3,352, of which 1,107 occurred while Ceaușescu was still in power and 2,245 after the FSN took power.[50][51] Official figures place the death toll of the revolution at 689 people, many of whom were civilians.[5]
Looking at the newborns in the video, I ask what years did the diapers use for the first time in Romania arrive?
Especially in the maternity wards of hospitals
@@alinasimoncini3604 why you keep asking the same stupid question with copy / paste?
0:40 "The death toll is put at between 70-80 thousand people with 300 thousand injured". Actual numbers: 1100 died, 3300 injured. Interesting that the West said they would back a Soviet invasion to help the anti-Ceausescu side.
Soviet invasion was intended to back Iliescu but Gorbachiev put the breaks on that idea, telling Iliescu via phone that a direct interference from the ussr would compromise the "new ussr"'s image, therefor iliescu must deal with it within romania and nothing more
It is interesting. Communist Romania was rather unique in Communist Eastern Europe. Ceausescu wanted to be more independent from soviet influence and had a strained if not negative relationship with both the Soviet Union and Warsaw pact as well as the western alliance. Since the military sided with the rebels and the continued collapse of the Warsaw pact it was believed that any military intervention from either the soviets or the west would more than likely back the revolution
S. Adam, yes indeed, with hype like that you just know it was a Western Putche. Cookies were no doubt handed out by Yanks months before.
@@WiseCityThey actually asked for the permision to enter the country but general Gusa declined the request.
70,000 to 80,000 people reported to be killed in the street battles.
Yeah, a little off there. 🤣
You have to remember that when it comes to Communist countries the Western mainstream media are contracturally obliged to amplify figures by at least 10,000 percent for the purposes of manufacturing consent amongst sheeples.
I got to watch these events on TV and remember how much our Teachers at school tried to explain what was happening. I was very interested in how much I got to see Europe change in those bygone pre-internet days.
One of my mum close friend died in the revolution. She was shot in the head 💔
May she Rest in Peace.
also a colleague from my school, seventh grade. I left just in time home, just before the shooting started.
How old are you ?
Brings back memories...
The days of real journalism...boiii do I miss the days of no body armor.
No armor is best armor. True sigma's.
christmas eve 1989
Would you look at that? The BBC engaging in actual journalism. Its been so long I forgot they used to do that.
70,000 dead!???? Where those INSANE?
no, in fact, Wikipedia: Casualties. The total number of deaths in the Romanian Revolution was 1,104, of which 162 were from the protests that led to the overthrow of Ceaușescu (16-22 December 1989) and 942 during the fighting that occurred after the seizure of power by the new FSN.
@@cestmirberka6994 I *know* this, man!
This (!) is _why_ my question retains its relevance _per_ the acuteness of its answer's substance, so to speak:
WHY and FROM WHERE THIS MUCH OF A VILE *DISINFORMATION* ???
Or, in other terms:
WERE THOSR INSANE?
70000 comfirmet cannot say the same about the ones kiled in concetration camps or not even told to public
You were good, Romania, real good!
Maybe even the best!
If Warshav pact accepted to send in Romania,in that time all country havet a comon enemy and a comon goal. And Ceausescu whas protected because all what say abbaut enemy interventions and attacks against Romanian military units whas proved to be true. So..Is good they not invaded Romania,because all country whas prepared for a guerila war against Soviets and there allies.
And 10 years later that guerilla war sadly happened. Not in Romania, but in the neighboring Yugoslavia. What happened next is history...
Jon Snow
Excellent report
Then i havet 14 years. And now i think...How the army officers dont observet armed civilians,officers or soldiers with an uncomplect uniforms,beards,mustaches,etc. In that time in army whas forbiden to have beard and mustache. I think,they whas agents of provocations. I recomand to you to search abbaut massacres of Otopeni airport or Defence ministery,where military troops whas sent to fortify defenders positions and that defenders whas anounced abbaut rebel army units who attack them. Reconsize signals whas changet and a lot of young soldiers whas killed. That soldiers whas in army from some months. One quilty abbaut crimes whas general Militaru,who whas proved as an kgb agent. In Minister of defence massacre whas killed leader of USLA(Anti tero units),who in past discovered Militaru whas kgb agent,and whas lider of a group who have ocupations kgb agents and actions.
Mustaches were not prohibited :)
@@EagleEyeChioru -In army whas prohibited
@@nannunbgd You've been in the Army? Buddy? Cause I was. And I can tell you mustaches were allowed.
@@EagleEyeChioru - Serios? În care armată? Cea dinainte de revoluție sau după?
@@nannunbgd Inainte, ca de aia vorbim. 1985, Geniu, Buzau.
se-que-ree-tat-ay
Looking at the newborns in the video, I ask what years did the diapers use for the first time in Romania arrive? Especially in the maternity wards of hospitals
Why do you keep asking this on different videos?
You know we call them nappies here in the UK, not diapers?
It was a coup
Incredible , always at the right time , just like maidan mmmh Britain
Take your island , travel the ocean , and be officially member of USA
Wtf should this shit comment mean?
@@ortodox9532 This should mean war , or at least an embargo on your island
To silence you for a few centuries
1. WHY should i be silenced
2. I dont have or live on an island
3. Why should it sail the atlantic to join the US?
4. The US did practically nothing in the romanian revolution, the romanian people did
@@ortodox9532 You re not british ? So what are you talking about
No more war Commonwealth people ,
Unless you want war in your own land
What are YOU talking about? My father is swiss and my mother romanian and i live in switzerland, so idk wtf ur talking about.
Why did they think the snipers were Libyans or Palestinians? Bizarre
Cause the Securitate(Security) were good at spreading rumours and had far reach so it was easy to move around if people didn't believe it was romanian snipers.I remember in Craiova they gave guns to employees(one of them my father) who sat 3 days and night in trenches around the factory cause they were "warned" of terrorist attacks.They were diversion tactics, it was a chaotic time full of confusion and death.
@@machiavelliq8758 thanks 👍
we had god relations with arab countries,ordinary romanians thinc Saddam Gaddafi etc sent enforcements for Ceausescu.
Min 04:20
Very interesting how so easily, from nowhere, the *british reporter* found (again, very very easily) an english language speaker romanian soldier. 🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔
Facts: english language in Romania was not taught in schools at all, more than that english movies/music/tv/newspapers/magazine *WERE NOT TO BE FOUND AT ALL IN ROMANIA BEFORE 1989* let alone a soldier from nowhere (romanian soldiers used to be considered stupid and very low iq). If any luck, the british reporter could find a Russian language speaker soldier, but no way english.
Note: the english accent is easily spoted.
Any romanian reading this comment, please correct me if I'm wrong.
Very very interesting.
🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔
Note 2 : please observe how easily and quickly that *"romanian soldier"* understand what he's asked in english by the british reporter, at some point the british reporter doesn't even finish his question and the soldier shake his head affirmatively...🤔🤔🤔🤔
yes indeed. Tho some american movies were illegally spread on vhs tapes before 90. And also some music with english lyrics in them. But is a very, very very thin chance to find a common soldiers who speaks and more important understand english. Is a set up interview for sure.
he hardly speaks english and is NOT a soldier but a civilian "revolutionary"