Many were killed, and for three hours the contest was resolutely maintained.

The streets had been barricaded, and Prince Rupert's men fought at great disadvantage.

At length, as evening approached, and the main body of the Cavaliers came up, the Parliament men gave way, and were driven from the town.

Many were taken prisoners, and others driven into the river, the greater portion, however, making their way in boats safely down the stream.

The delay which their sturdy resistance had made saved the city.