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Baron

A British nobleman of the lowest rank.

Banish

To force to leave a country or place by an official order.

Axis

The alliance of Germany and Italy in 1936, later including Japan and other nations, that opposed the Allies in World War II.

Army

A large group of people trained and organised for land warfare.

Arms Race

A competition between nations to have the most powerful weapons.

Armistice

An agreed, temporary cease fire between opponents in order to discuss formal peace terms

Armed Forces

The military forces of a country - army, navy and airforce.

Armada

A fleet of armed ships. Specifically, the Spanish fleet which was sent to attack England in 1558.

Aristocracy

A member of the nobility or ruling class.

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