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Black and Tan
Black and Tan (plural Black and Tans)


noun 
Definition:
 
British militia in Ireland: a member of the armed force that was sent by the British to Ireland in 1920-1921 to fight Sinn Féin. Their uniform was khaki, with a black beret and armband.
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