Parthian shot
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The Parthian shot was a tactic employed by ancient Persian horse archers. The horsemen would feign retreat at full gallop, then suddenly turn their bodies around and fire an arrow at the pursuing enemy.
This tactic was successfully used by the Parthians and other Iranian civilizations utilizing cavalry extensively to disrupt, harass, maim, and kill enemy forces, especially infantry.
A notable battle where this tactic was employed was the Battle of Carrhae.
Today the term "parting shot" has its origins in this tactic.
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