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单词 Black and Tans
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Definition of Black and Tans in English:

Black and Tans

proper noun
  • An armed force recruited by the British government to fight Sinn Fein in Ireland in 1920–1. Their harsh methods caused an outcry in Britain and America.

Origin

So named because of the mixture of military khaki and black constabulary colours of their uniform.

 
 

Definition of Black and Tans in US English:

Black and Tans

proper noun
  • An armed force recruited by the British government to fight Sinn Fein in Ireland in 1920–21. Their harsh methods caused an outcry in Britain and the US.

Origin

So named because of the mixture of military khaki and black constabulary colors of their uniform.

 
 
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