Translation glossary: Olga s Glossary : English

E.g. : .These new Republican warriors were called the Young Turks, a band of about 20 who had mutinied against the feeble leadership of the 'Old Guard.' For senators they were young men (average age 56). As legislative legionnaires they were mostly rookies serving their first Senate enlistment.'"

When the American President disagreed with a portion of Prime Minister's argument, Churchill smiled and said, 'You're just like the Young Turks in my government.'"

Today the phrase is used to describe any faction impatient with delay or defeat, seeking action. Party regulars use it patronizingly, but those so labeled do not resent it. The phrase was eclipsed for a time by 'angry young men.'

Used by a Sky News commentator with reference to David Cameron who was expected  to be elected leader of the Conservative Party in the summer of 2005.

Cf  frondiruyushaya molodezh

личные рабочие записи по учету прихода и расхода материалов

personal records on receipt and disbursement of materials

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