Anvil firing
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anvil-firing-279-11051689
title:
Anvil firing
text:
Anvil firing is the practice of firing an anvil into the air with gunpowder. It is a traditional event held in New Westminster to celebrate Queen Victoria's birthday. In the United Kingdom, the term refers to a method of testing anvils. Black powder was poured onto the top of the anvil and ignited. If the anvil did not shatter, it was deemed safe to use.
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description:
Launching an anvil into the air with gunpowder
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anvil_firing
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2023-04-25T15:28:06Z
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