Yeomanry

ENZH

What Does Yeomanry Mean?

  • 农民军
  • 小地主的阶级
  • 骑兵部队

Yeomanry Pronunciation

/ˈjoʊmənri/

Yeomanry Definition

noun

Definition

A historical term referring to a class of small landowners in England, or the cavalry units made up of such landowners, especially during the 19th century.

In ZH

一个历史术语,指的是英格兰的小地主阶级或由这些小地主组成的骑兵部队,尤其是在19世纪时。

How to Use Yeomanry in a Sentence

  • The yeomanry played a crucial role in local defense during the Napoleonic Wars.
  • Many yeomanry units were formed to provide cavalry support in rural areas.
  • The proud tradition of the yeomanry is celebrated in various regimental histories.
  • In England, the yeomanry were often called upon during times of civil unrest.
  • The yeomanry was vital in representing the interests of small landowners.