The British tars under Frank's command went forward with a wild yell. Seeing their companions dashing across the open, the forces commanded by Lieutenant Hetherton and the sailor Hennessy also broke from the trees and charged.
The Germans poured several sharp volleys into the attackers, then threw down their arms.
"Kamerad! Kamerad!" came the cry.
"Cease firing!" Frank shouted.
Silence reigned after the noise of the battle.
"Take charge of those men, Mr. Hetherton," said Frank quietly, "but be careful how you approach. I don't trust 'em. I'll keep 'em covered."
Lieutenant Hetherton ordered his men to make prisoners of the Germans.
There came a sudden interruption.
The three Germans who had been in the cabin, as though by a prearranged plan, suddenly dashed back into the little building and flung to the door before they could be stopped.
"Never mind," said Frank, "remove the others, Mr. Hetherton. We'll attend to the men inside later."