uhlan

Meanings

• noun

  A type of heavy cavalry in the Austro-Hungarian and Russian armies, wearing distinctive uniforms with fur busbies.

  - "The Uhlan charge was a famous military tactic."
  - "The Uhlan's fur busby made them easily recognizable on the battlefield."

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Variants

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uhlan , uhlans

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Etymology

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Derived from the Turkic word 'olhan' meaning 'lancer' or 'cavalryman'.

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Trivia

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1. Uhlans were often used in the Austro-Hungarian and Russian armies as shock troops.

2. The Uhlan's distinctive uniforms made them easily recognizable on the battlefield.

3. Uhlan cavalry charges were famous for their devastating impact on enemy forces.

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Related Concepts

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1. Hussar: Another type of European heavy cavalry, similar to the Uhlan.

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Culture

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The Uhlan were an integral part of the Austro-Hungarian and Russian militaries from the 17th to the early 20th centuries. They were known for their distinctive uniforms, which included fur busbies and lance-tipped helmets. Uhlans were often used in cavalry charges and were considered elite troops.

How to Memorize "uhlan"

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   - Visualize a soldier in a fur hat and a long lance.

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember 'Uhlan' as 'U' for uniform, 'H' for helmet, and 'L' for lance.

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