We fight to rebuild - Airmen’s contribution to recognition of the government in exile
We fight to rebuild - Airmen’s contribution to recognition of the government in exile

Author(s): Ladislav Kudrna
Subject(s): Military history, Government/Political systems, International relations/trade, Security and defense, WW II and following years (1940 - 1949)
Published by: Ústav pro studium totalitních režimů
Keywords: Czechoslovakia; 1940; airmen; resistance movement; government; exile; Great Britain;
Summary/Abstract: In the turbulent summer of 1940, the Czechoslovak airmen were among the greatest assets of the foreign resistance movement. A shocking defeat of France and the loneliness of Great Britain affirmed their privileged position. What was highlighted in the difficult negotiations with the British side was the strength of the air force, as well as the success of fighter pilots in the Battle of France. Recognition of the Czechoslovak provisional government could be described as a diplomatic miracle, thanks to a significant contribution by the aviation staff.

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