"They will have no chance without help!" Ward was brave enough, and his men, though lacking skill, were brave enough, too.

At his command they threw open the gate of the mission and rushed out to the relief of their comrades.

Ned was by the side of Ward, near the front.

As they appeared in the opening they heard a great shouting, and a powerful detachment of cavalry galloped toward their right, while an equally strong force of infantry moved on their left.
The recruits were outnumbered at least five to one, but in such a desperate situation they did not blench.
"Take good aim with your rifles," shouted Ward.

And they did.