vorsttocht
Vorsttocht is a Dutch term that translates roughly as frost march. It can refer to a march or campaign carried out under frost and freezing conditions, or more generally to military movements and operations that are significantly affected by cold weather.
Etymology: the word combines vorst (frost) with tocht (march or expedition). In Dutch-language historical writing the
Usage and scope: The precise meaning varies between authors and periods. In some accounts vorsttocht designates
Other uses and limitations: Modern discussions may employ the term metaphorically to denote difficult expeditions conducted
See also: Winter campaign; Frost; Military march; Low Countries.