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Ar begs

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Ar begs(in Russian chronicles "Арские князья" ) was a formation ofNoqrat Tatars' nobility, served toMuscovyin 16th–17th century. In 14th–15th centuries they were rulers of semi-independent duchy in the middleCheptsa,nowadaysUdmurtia.At the first time, their lands were underKazan Khanate's and later under Russian influence.Begsalso participated in wars for Udmurtia between Kazan and Muscovy.

Several Russiannoble families descended from the Ar begs include theDevetyarov,Kasimov,Yaushevand others.

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