Fourgon

/fɔːrˈɡɒn/ noun

Definition

A supply wagon or military baggage cart; an enclosed wagon for carrying goods or supplies.

Etymology

From French 'fourgon' (wagon), possibly from Old Dutch or Germanic origins; used in military and commercial contexts since medieval times.

Kelly Says

Medieval armies traveled with entire trains of fourgons carrying food, ammunition, and supplies—the logistics of moving an army was often more complex than winning the battles!

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