_April 14._
2. Theodore’s army much disheartened by the severe losses of the 10th
instant.
A portion of the chiefs surrendered the most formidable position of
Shilasse(?), and many thousand fighting men laid down their arms.
Theodore retired to Magdala with all who remained faithful.
Magdala taken by assault on the 13th under cover of Armstrong steel
guns, eight-inch mortars, and rocket battery.
Ascent to gates most formidable. Theodore killed, defending to the
last; our loss small.
Army will return immediately. About--guns and mortars taken.