D'Usson had returned a stout answer to the first summons of the besiegers; but he soon saw that resistance was impossible, and made haste to capitulate.

The garrison was suffered to retire to Limerick with the honours of war.

A full amnesty for past offences was granted to the citizens; and it was stipulated that, within the walls, the Roman Catholic priests should be allowed to perform in private the rites of their religion.

On these terms the gates were thrown open.

Ginkell was received with profound respect by the Mayor and Aldermen, and was complimented in a set speech by the Recorder.