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Iron Curtain Smuggling Across Eastern Europe Rising
Smuggling across the Iron Curtain thrives due to scarce goods in Communist economies and Western lures. Tourists and weekend travelers help smugglers move contraband like radios, watches, leather jackets, and more through border checks at Mikulov and other points, with organized groups and elaborate hidden compartments. Penalties include years in prison, hefty fines, confiscation, and deportation for foreigners.
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Vienna
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Oslovak
Franctisek Minarik
Mikulov
Czechoslovakia
Austria
Hungary