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Hussar

usgb/həˈzɑːr/Volume
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Historical RelevancePlay
Understand 'hussar' relates to historical military units, not modern ones. SlideThe museum exhibition on 18th-century warfare featured a hussar's uniform.
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Origin SpecificPlay
'Hussar' specifies Eastern and Central European cavalry, different from other regions. SlidePolish hussars played a major role in the Battle of Vienna.
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Distinctive AppearancePlay
Hussars were known for their flamboyant uniforms, part of their identity. SlideThe officer's hussar jacket was adorned with gold braid.