V. Even though the forces of the Turks are overwhelming, the Hungarians in Eger are able to defend themselves. Eger's strong walls and the high morale of its defenders allows the fortress to withstand five major assaults and continuous cannon fire - almost 12,000 cannonballs land inside the fortress before the siege ended.
V. Even though the Turkish forces are formidable, the Hungarians in Eger can still hold out. The fortress's sturdy defenses and the high morale of its defenders enable it to withstand five major assaults and continuous cannon fire - approximately 12,000 cannonballs land inside the fortress before the siege concludes.