November 13–15, 1918 - Negotiations are held in
Arad between the Hungarian government of Károlyi Mihály and the
National Romanian Central Council [
ro], without reaching any agreement. News about the
armistice of Belgrade reach the Romanian (Transylvanian) delegation. The National Romanian Central Council retreats from negotiations and decides to hold elections and convey for December 1 [
O.S. November 18] 1918 the
Great National Assembly, and to hand power to the latter.
November 1918 - During a 12-day interval, elections are held for the Great National Assembly. Its 1,228 members are elected 5 each from the electoral districts established in 1910 (600 members in total), and 628 to represent different social, professional and cultural organizations (clergy, teachers' unions, military). The local enthusiasm gains momentum, as demands such as land reform, universal vote, and possible union with Romania are put forward.