They were prevented from doing so , however , by members of the San Patricios who feared the fate that awaited them if they were taken prisoner .
Officers from the Bravos attempted to raise the white flag over the convent walls on three occasions .
Officers were prevented from doing so , however , by members of the San Patricios who feared the fate that awaited them if they were taken prisoner .
Officers from the Bravos attempted to raise the white flag over the convent walls on three occasions .