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Utigurs

Utigurs are a group of people who lived a long, long time ago in an area that's now part of China. They were part of a bigger group called the Xiongnu who lived in the region for a really long time. The Utigurs were known for being really skilled warriors and horse riders.

Back then, people didn't have countries like we do today. Instead, they belonged to different groups who roamed around the land. These groups often fought each other for things like resources and land. The Utigurs were no different. They fought with other groups and also traded with them.

Over time, the Utigurs became known for something called "scythed chariots." These were big wooden carts that had big blades or spikes on the wheels. They would be pulled by horses and used to charge into enemy lines, slicing and dicing everything in their path. The Utigurs were really good at using them and became feared by their enemies.

Eventually, the Utigurs became part of another group called the Gokturks. They still kept their traditions and skills as warriors and even helped the Gokturks conquer other lands. But over time, their power faded away and they disappeared as a distinct group. Nowadays, we can learn about them through things like ancient writings and artifacts.
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