What were powder monkeys?

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Answer 1

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A member of a ship that would stash up the cannons with gun powder during battle.

Answer 2

The Powder Monkeys were an Australian punk/indie rock band, based in Melbourne, who existed from 1991 to 2002

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One who carries or sets explosives.

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