They formed in two long, parallel lines, facing inward, and grimly awaited the incoming of the objects of their vengeance.
The Officer of the Guard opened the wicket in the gate, and began forcing the Raiders through it--one at a time--at the point of the bayonet, and each as he entered was told what he already realized well--that he must run for his life.

They did this with all the energy that they possessed, and as they ran blows rained on their heads, arms and backs.

If they could succeed in breaking through the line at any place they were generally let go without any further punishment.

Three of the number were beaten to death.

I saw one of these killed.