Although Major Beasley, the commander, stated that he could "maintain the post against any number of Indians", the stockade was poorly-defended, and at the time of the attack, the East gate was partially blocked open by drifting sand.
Although Major Beasley, stated that he could "maintain the post against any number of Indians", the stockade was poorly-defended. Major Beasley was the commander. The East gate was partially blocked open by drifting sand. This was at the time of the attack.