Translation of "rearguard" into Norwegian

baktropp is the translation of "rearguard" into Norwegian.

rearguard noun grammar

(military) The rearmost part of a force, especially a detachment of troops that protect the rear of a retreating force. [..]

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  • baktropp

    noun masculine

    the rearmost part of a force

    Despite Marshal Ney's heroic rearguard action, the Grand Army was cut down from 600,000 to less than 50,000.

    Til tross for marskalk Neys heroiske baktropp-innsats, sa ble haeren kuttet fra 600.000 til mindre enn 50.000.

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