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advance guard

–noun
a body of troops going before the main force to clear the way, guard against surprise, etc.

Origin:
1750–60
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advance guard  
n.  A detachment of troops sent ahead of a main force to reconnoiter and provide protection.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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