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==Notable Engagements== | ==Notable Engagements== | ||
*[[Battle of the Fang|Battle of Fenris]] | *[[Battle of the Fang|Battle of Fenris]] | ||
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+ | The term is maybe related to the scandinavian "Karl" or german "Kerl". While "Kerl" is a general term for ''guy'', "Karl" referred specifically to able-bodied men who could be conscripted for an army.<br> See also [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Housecarl Housecarl]. | ||
==Sources== | ==Sources== |
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The Kaerls are the Planetary Defense Force of the Space Wolves homeworld of Fenris. They are under the direct command of Space Wolves and are known to be fierce, effective fighters.[1]
Notable Engagements
Trivia
The term is maybe related to the scandinavian "Karl" or german "Kerl". While "Kerl" is a general term for guy, "Karl" referred specifically to able-bodied men who could be conscripted for an army.
See also Housecarl.
Sources
- 1: Battle of the Fang (Novel) Chapter 18