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Coburn said the same is true for Nathan Hale Ancient Fifes and Drums.

From Washington Times • Apr. 24, 2017

A few hours later, at 7:30 p.m., visitors have the opportunity to see a concert by Colonial Williamsburg Fifes and Drums in a distinct patriotic performance.

From Washington Times • Jun. 29, 2015

Visitors will hear the Fifes and Drums play, see how the flags looked from the 13 colonies, while muskets and cannon celebrate the significance of this historic day.

From Washington Times • Jun. 29, 2015

Fifes shrilled, drums rolled and the sharp crackle of musket fire sounded across the New England towns as the skirmishes were re-enacted for the benefit of 150,000 spectators.

From Time Magazine Archive

I doubt the Fifes will ever forget that day.

From A Yeoman's Letters Third Edition by Ross, P. T.