Paygan

The Paygān (also known as Paighan) were the conscript light infantry unit within the Sasanian army and formed the bulk of its infantry force.

Paygan
Active224-644
Allegiance Sasanian Empire
TypeLight infantry
EngagementsRoman-Persian wars, Muslim conquest of Iran

During peacetime, the corps could have had police force roles.

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