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The term "infantry" originates from the Latin word "infans," which means "foot soldier." In ancient times, infantry referred to soldiers who fought on foot as opposed to cavalry who fought on horseback. Over time, the term evolved to specifically denote the branch of an army composed of foot soldiers.
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What does a fusilier do?
Origionally,a name given to an infantry man,who was armed with a flintlock gun,this was called the fusil...
What is an Antonym for Infantry?
The word infantry does not have an antonym.
What is the the difference between the cavalry and infantry?
The cavalry is on horses, while the infantry are on foot.
When was Maratha Light Infantry created?
Maratha Light Infantry was created in 1922.
What regiment or unit uses polar bear as symbol?
339th infantry Regiment and 31st Infantry Regiment, U.S. Army. The units took the name of "Polar Bears" after they, and others, served in the Arctic region of Russia during and just after the First World War. They were there during the Russian Revolution that brought the Soviet Union into existance.
Name given to soldiers on foot?
Infantry or ground forces
What is another name for a foot soilder?
infantry
What is the name for a mongol empire foot soldier?
a name for a mongol empire foot soldier is a infantry
Is there an email address to contact the 28th infantry division association as you are trying to trace World War 2 personnel?
Which country did the 28th Infantry Division come from?
Name regiments in D-day on Omaha Beach?
Well it was the 1st Infantry and 29th Infantry Divisions. I am out sure of the individual regiments at the time.
How did the evolution of infantry weapons play a role in the Cold War?
As the name implies, the Cold War involved very little shooting. Infantry weapons played no substantial role. Hot wars, such as Vietnam and Afghanistan DID employ Infantry weapons.
What is the Antonym of infantry?
there is no antonym of infantry
What rewards do you get in US infantry?
Bragging rights, being in a more tight knit and disciplined unit (and you'll see the same with Cavalry units, as well). Additionally, promotions have traditionally been quicker to come for the Infantry.
What was name of army team in Forrest Gump movie?
Gump was in Company A, 2/47th Infantry, 3rd Brigade, 9th Infantry Division. Platoon leader Lt. Dan Taylor.
What does a fusilier do?
Origionally,a name given to an infantry man,who was armed with a flintlock gun,this was called the fusil...
What is an Antonym for Infantry?
The word infantry does not have an antonym.
What is a sentence for infantry?
All of our infantry died today.
