Which tribe was known for having 700 elite soldiers who were left-handed and could sling a stone at a hair and not miss?
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Correct answer: Benjamin
During the civil war described in Judges 20, the Tribe of Benjamin fielded a specialized unit of 700 left-handed slingers. Despite their skill, the combined forces of the other tribes eventually defeated them.
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