1954 Jiskra Spartakiada Communist Group Physical Exercise Athletics Meeting Pin

  Product Description : 1954 Jiskra Spartakiada Communist Group Physical Exercise Athletics Meeting Pin

• A 1954 pressed metal spartakiad pin from former Czechoslovakia, it is 3.2cm high and has a long, stick pin style fastener to the rear.

  Historical Background

  The Spartakiads were named after Spartacus, the slave gladiator who rebelled against his Roman captors. Spartacus was thought to encapsulate the spirit of the proletariat.
  The first spartakiads were held in the Soviet Union in the 1920's and were international events that were created to appeal to every man, not just selected athletes.

  Czechoslovakia held its first spartakiad in 1955 to commemorate the 10th anniversary of Soviet liberation.
  The events were held at the gigantic, purpose built Strahov stadium in Prague and were witnessed by up to 2 million spectators. Typically there were around 750,000 participants from schools, the armed forces and youth groups. The event would take the form of coordinated movements, sometimes with streamers or balls and were very impressive sights to witness.

  The last spartakiad was held in 1990, one year after the velvet revolution.

  Postage and Packing :

  The item will be sent by airmail from The Czech Republic.

  Please allow 3-4 days delivery time to Europe and up to 7 days worldwide.

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  Warranty Terms :

• This pin is in the condition described above and as photographed.
  If you are in any way dissatisfied I will happily discuss any problems you have via email. I always strive to provide an excellent service.