Stood the captors of England’s domains,
That ennobled her breed
And high-mettled the blood of her veins.
Over hauberk and helm
As the sun’s setting splendour was thrown,
Thence they looked o’er a realm—
And to-morrow beheld it their own.
[89] What is called the East Hill at Hastings is crowned with the works of an ancient camp; and it is more than probable it was the spot which William I. occupied between his landing, and the battle which gave him England’s crown. It is a strong position: the works are easily traced.