The slope occupied by the French lines: view taken from the Mamelon Blanc.

Our loss was very heavy, as also was that of the French in the Mamelon, which was made a centre for the Russian fire.

Be careful to avoid saying, take a tower; such a pronunciation might suggest the Mamelon, instead of a trip of travel.

On June 7, after another terrific bombardment, the French stormed the Mamelon, though not without a serious struggle.