Despite four siege engines used to throw stones, he was unable to capture the new fortress and had to retreat in 1278.

Further failed attempts to capture the fortress were made in 1655, 1658, 1661, and 1684.

The fire was eventually set, allowing Nagamasa's army to capture the fortress in a chaotic rush.

The expeditionary force succeeded in capturing the fortress on April 29, 1780, despite the fact that it consisted of only 200 men.

Thus, in the summer of 1941, the Germans had to capture the fortress yet again - this time from the Soviets.

After nine days of fierce fighting the Germans had captured the fortress.

After capturing the fortress that guarded the city, he was promoted to lieutenant colonel.

After fierce fighting the Russians were able to capture the fortress.

Hogan knew that stillness and humility would not capture the fortress.

After a three week leaguer, the Austrians stormed and captured the fortress.