Chivachee

/ˌtʃɪvəˈtʃiː/ noun

Definition

A system of relay horse stations in India used by the military and government to transport messages, supplies, or officials quickly across distances.

Etymology

From Hindi 'chhawaani' or 'chhawahnee' meaning a military camp or station, blended with 'chauki' (post), adapted into English during the British colonial period in India.

Kelly Says

The chivachee system was ancient India's version of the Pony Express—but it predated the American version by centuries and connected the continent before modern roads existed.

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