fugleman

n.; pl. Fuglemen [ G. flügelmann file leader; flügel wing (akin to E. fly) + mann man. Cf. Flugrelman. ] 1. (Mil.) A soldier especially expert and well drilled, who takes his place in front of a military company, as a guide for the others in their exercises; a file leader. He originally stood in front of the right wing. [ Written also flugelman. ] [ 1913 Webster ]

2. Hence, one who leads the way. [ Jocose ] [ 1913 Webster ]