Vânători (military unit)
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The vânători (Romanian pronunciation: [vɨnəˈtorʲ], transl. "Huntsmen") were a light infantry unit of the Romanian Army established on 1 July 1860. Compared to the regular infantry units, the vânători specialized in close combat and high-precision firing on enemy positions, ambush actions, and had greater mobility on the field.[1] In addition, the vânători units also carried out protocol missions and guarded the royal and princely residences in Bucharest, Cotroceni, and Peleș, as well as the headquarters of the Ministry of War.[2]
Not to be confused with Vânători de munte.
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Vânători | |
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Active | 1860–1947 |
Disbanded | 1947 |
Country | Kingdom of Romania |
Branch | Romanian Army |
Type | Light infantry |
Size | 10 regiments |
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