Karel Svoboda
1913–1943 (age 30)
Biography
Karel Svoboda was a talented Czech table tennis player who represented his nation in this competitive sport during the early 20th century. His athletic pursuits brought honor to Brno and demonstrated the sporting excellence of Czech athletes.
Svoboda's life was cut short in 1943 at the age of 30, during the tumultuous years of World War II. He is remembered for his contributions to Czech sports and his place in the nation's athletic heritage.