ˌBlack and ˈTans, the BrE AmE [P]
a British military force that was active in Ireland from 1918 to 1920, opposing the people who were fighting for independence. They were known for the cruel and violent way in which they did their work.
BLACK AND TANS
Meaning of BLACK AND TANS in English
Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English. Longman - Словарь современного английского языка. 2012