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gens d'armes (pl.)
of Gendarme
gens d'armes Sentence Examples
- The gens d'armes were an elite military force in medieval France renowned for their bravery and discipline.
- During the Hundred Years' War, the gens d'armes played a crucial role in the French victories at Crécy and Agincourt.
- The gens d'armes were equipped with full armor, including helmets with visors and chain mail.
- They were typically mounted on warhorses and carried long swords, lances, and shields.
- The gens d'armes were often used to break through enemy lines and engage in close combat.
- They were also skilled in siege warfare and often accompanied the king on campaign.
- The gens d'armes were gradually replaced by professional armies in the 16th century.
- However, their legacy as a formidable and feared military force continued for centuries.
- The term "gens d'armes" is still used today to refer to elite police or military units in some countries.
- The gens d'armes represent a fascinating chapter in the history of warfare and military organization.
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of Gendarme
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The gens d'armes were an elite military force in medieval France renowned for their bravery and discipline.
During the Hundred Years' War, the gens d'armes played a crucial role in the French victories at Crécy and Agincourt.
The gens d'armes were equipped with full armor, including helmets with visors and chain mail.
They were typically mounted on warhorses and carried long swords, lances, and shields.
