Svazarm Army Reserve Performance Group 1 Class One Recruit Selection Award Pin

Svazarm Army Reserve Performance Group 1 Class One Recruit Selection Award PinSvazarm Army Reserve Performance Group 1 Class One Recruit Selection Award Pin Product Description : Svazarm Army Reserve Performance Group 1 Class One Recruit Selection Award Pin This is an unusual Svazarm cadet  training pin made from a gold coloured metal. The text reads 'Performance Group 1' . The badge face is 2.5cm wide and has a long stick pin style fastener to the rear. This pin would have been awarded to the best new recruits who were training at Svazarm selection camp.The svazarm were formed in 1951 in former Czechoslovakia to train the population in military based disciplines. The svazarm was a copy of the Soviet DOSAAF paramilitary group.The activities the Svazarm provided were extremely diverse, ranging from medical training to dog training. Dog lovers would be instructed in the training and breeding of dogs suitable for military purposes, especially German Shepherds. Shortwave radio operation was another popular activity, and was also useful for creating future radio operators in the army.A more specialised branch of the Svazarm, based at Košice, trained pilots for the air force. Training included at least twenty flight hours of glider training and forty hours of basic training on motorised aeroplanes, as well as the necessary aviation theory. There ware also sections: Model airplanes and gliding (formally DOSLET), motor sport section (motorcycles and cars) and all sort of shooting sports. (rifle, pistol) 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. Enamel Pin Badge(s)$3.99 Payment Methods : I prefer payment by Paypal Direct Bank Transfer - details available on request No personal checks please. 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.