The western front was armed with about forty cannon; but opposed to this were six ships and two steamers, carrying about five hundred guns.

Their fire was tremendous during the engagement, but _no breach was made_ in the walls.

The south front was armed in part by heavy artillery and in part by field-pieces.

This front was attacked by six ships and two steamers, carrying over two hundred guns.

The eastern front was armed only with light artillery; against this was concentrated the remainder of the fleet, carrying about two hundred and forty guns.