World War II fighter ace honoured

Apr 07, 2006 10:42 AM Filed under People

Almost 95 years old fighter ace Frantisek Perina, who as many Czech pilots fought on side of France and later England was honoured just two days before his birthday.
In 2000 he got honorary rank Major General, because of his heroism – he shot down 12 enemy planes during World War II.
Yesterday he got a medal, Chief of Staff Major General Pavel Stefka gave him a replica model Spitfire, and also got a honour sword.

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