There were, however, many indications left of the results of the battle.

The interior of the fort was quite crimsoned with fresh blood.

A bloody trail led to a hole which they had cut through the ice in the middle of the river, and into which they had thrust the bodies of the slain.

It was not their intention that the trappers should know how many of their number had been wounded or slain.

Mr.Carson with his victorious associates returned to the camp.
A council of war was held.