The climactic battle took place on January 8 when the British launched a frontal assault. Their troops made easy targets for the Americans protected by their parapets, and the attack ended in disaster. The British suffered over 2,000 casualties (including Pakenham) to the Americans' 60.
The battle's climax occurred on January 8th when the British launched a frontal assault against the American troops who were well-defended by their fortifications. The attack was unsuccessful and resulted in heavy losses for the British, with over 2,000 casualties including Pakenham, while the Americans suffered only 60 casualties.