The effect of such fire was devastating on the German defenders.

The German defenders had 20 men killed, and 100 prisoners were taken.

Seven German defenders held them off before escaping over the wall at night.

The German defenders were finally driven from their positions, but at a high cost.

During the next few days, they engaged in heavy street fighting against the German defenders.

Despite this, the German defenders managed to hold the allies for four days.

During this time, German defenders in the area had reinforced their positions.

The other two were effective in demoralising the German defenders.

This option left no additional time for the German defenders, but would lead to much larger casualties.

The German defenders too had paid a heavy price.