But since mighty Fate subdued that man and death hid such a very mighty mortal, enemies drive off our cattle and even our horses. Now they inflict measureless torments upon the English, ravaging the fruits of the breached city which of old was never easy to conquer. And the city was the bulwark of all Britain, where Henry of old laboured much, and where villainous enemies, seizing much money, despoil wealth and great abundance.