Drumfires

/ˈdrʌmfaɪərz/ noun

Definition

Plural of drumfire; multiple instances or episodes of sustained, rapid artillery bombardment.

Etymology

Plural form of drumfire, from drum + fire. The plural is used to discuss multiple barrages or compare different instances of concentrated cannon fire.

Kelly Says

In WWI accounts, soldiers describe the horror of 'drumfires' lasting hours—the psychological effect was as devastating as the physical destruction!

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