Forsyth's superior refused to retake the town, forcing Forsyth to relocate back to Sackets Harbor. Forsyth was later transferred to a different combat area altogether in a political move to appease the local population.
Forsyth's commanding officer declined to recapture the town, prompting Forsyth to return to Sackets Harbor.  Later, Forsyth was reassigned to a different battlefield in an attempt to pacify the local population.