gun crew
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of gun crew
First recorded in 1860–65
Example Sentences
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Behind the thick walls were cases of ammunition, Behind the blockhouse the gun crew had tunneled into the side of the hill and installed living quarters.
From Fox News • Jun. 3, 2019
Men such as grenadier Essell Maxwell, who posthumously received the Croix de Guerre when he sacrificed himself to silence a machine gun crew wreaking havoc on his comrades.
From Washington Post • Nov. 13, 2018
In this case, the historical document that inspired the diorama is a famous photograph of a U.S. gun crew firing its French 75 howitzer during the St. Mihiel offensive.
From Washington Times • Apr. 4, 2016
Colville says Hope would have joined a gun crew for the battle.
From The Guardian • Oct. 19, 2010
"When you get through, come aft and we'll jolly the gun crew," said Archer, as Tom left the little room.
From Tom Slade with the Colors by Clarity, Thomas
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