Following the annexation of Czechoslovakia in 1938 and then the fall of Poland in 1939, many Czech airman fled to France to continue the fight against Nazi Germany there. The, after the subsequent fall of France, many then found themselves in Great Britain to serve in the Czech squadrons and others in the R.A.F.
The successful and reliable Jawa 500cc, manufactured in Prague was a favourite with riders up to the economic recession in the 1930s. Many still existed well into the war and red was a popular colour for this classic motorcycle.
Product dimensions: 77 x 64 x 35mm
Packed in a blister pack for shipping only.