Robert and Tayoga paddled away from the island, and on either side of them they saw canoes and boats going in the same direction.

Flashes of fire came from the land, where the French and Indians, raging up and down, sought to destroy those who had captured most of their fleet.

But the darkness made their aim uncertain, almost worthless, and only two or three of the invaders were struck, none mortally.

Twenty canoes and boats were captured, and the venture was a brilliant success.

Areskoui had not worked his miracles in vain, and a triumphant shout, very bitter for the enemy, burst from rangers and Mohawks.