After the first hour they British fire was not as effective.

British fire increased on the 2nd and the allies suffered moderate casualties.

The British fire began to weaken when they saw the large number of guns the allies had.

The British fire was heavy, but the Americans overwhelmed them.

The British fire ceased after less than twenty minutes, which limited the damage inflicted.

Even at this close range, the British fire went high.

A contemporary report noted that "several houses were pierced" by the British fire.

His guards protected him, but all were mown down by British fire.

Wilkinson had recklessly exposed himself to British fire throughout the action, though to little purpose.

In the ensuing demonstrations the British opened fire and 12 Chinese were killed.