Were Powder Monkeys exclusively male, or did females also serve in this role?

Powder Monkeys were not exclusively male; both males and females could serve in this role, particularly in naval contexts. Historically, young boys, often around the age of 12, were commonly employed as Powder Monkeys due to their size and agility. However, women occasionally took on similar roles, especially in non-traditional settings or during times of war when manpower was scarce.