We all know that America used the swastika emblem on motor cars in the early 1900s, but here is a ch
We all know that America used the swastika emblem on motor cars in the early 1900s, but here is a chime bell for a bicycle with a swastika proudly displayed. This was made by the Chicago Cycle Supply in or around 1935.Chicago was considered the bicycle capital of the world in the late 1800s through the early years of the 20th century. The third photo is a swastika turtle mascot for a bike (mascots were the decorations people would put on their hoods, or on their radiator caps) distributed by Brown Brothers Limited out of England, showing how swastikas on transportation was not just a regional thing.Also notice that the Brown Brothers advert is one of the very few times you will ever see a Star of David and the Swastika posted together, in a positive manner. -- source link
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