On 12 March, the French forces attempted to gain control of the fort, but failed; Jean Boudet's French forces suffered losses of 480, and Dessalines's forces suffered losses of 200-300. Another attempt on 22 March led to 300 French deaths.
On March 12th and 22nd, the French attempted to take control of the fort, resulting in significant losses for both sides: Jean Boudet's troops lost 480 men on March 12th, while Dessalines' forces suffered losses of 200-300. A second attempt on March 22nd resulted in 300 French deaths.