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Black and TanMember of a British auxiliary force employed in Ireland against the republicans (1920–21). When Irish nationalist agitation intensified after World War I, many Irish police resigned and were replaced by these temporary English recruits, who dressed in a mixed “black and tan” outfit because of a shortage of uniforms. In their efforts to thwart the terrorism of the Irish Republican Army, the Black and Tans themselves engaged in brutal reprisals. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The victim is believed to have been carrying a black and tan backpack and an Igloo brand soft-sided cooler bag, bright blue in color. They came across several bullet holes, a black and tan baseball cap, a "skull cap/dew [sic] rag," and blood. Before long, she emerged with a fitted black and tan nailhead-studded jacket and a sparkly black T-shirt - items that paired perfectly with her wide-brimmed hat and black slacks. |
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