Taman

American

[tuh-mahn] / təˈmɑn /

noun

a peninsula in SW Russia, E of the Crimea, between the Sea of Azov and the Black Sea. About 20 miles (30 km) long and 8 miles (13 km) wide.

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Tamanneftegaz, the operator of the Taman transhipment complex, which also handles crude oil and oil products, did not respond to a request for comment.

From Reuters • Jun. 2, 2023

Linking eastern Crimea with southern Russia's Taman peninsula across the Kerch strait, it is considered a showcase project of Mr Putin's rule.

From BBC • Oct. 14, 2022

Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob said in a statement on Monday he had ordered all agencies to conduct "more aggressive" operations to help those affected in Taman Sri Muda.

From Reuters • Dec. 20, 2021

Taman was denied a leave of absence to campaign and was later sacked for leaving her post.

From The Guardian • Oct. 2, 2015

The 46th Taman Guards was the only Soviet regiment to remain entirely staffed by women throughout the war, and they were proud of it.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein

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