Morlachs (Venetian irregulars)
The Morlach troops was an irregular military group in the Dalmatian hinterland, composed of Morlachs (a pre-modern ethnic identity of Slavic speaking people of diverse ethnic origin), that was hired by the Republic of Venice to fight the Ottoman Empire during the Cretan War (1645–69) and the Great Turkish War (1683–99).
| Morlachs | |
|---|---|
| Leaders | See list |
| Dates of operation | 1645–1699 |
| Active regions | Dalmatian hinterland |
| Ideology | Christianity |
| Size | 1,500 (Cretan War) |
| Part of | Venetian army |
| Allies | Republic of Venice |
| Opponents | Ottoman Empire |
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