English garrisons in Jargeau, where Suffolk commanded; in Meun, where Talbot was, and in other strong places?
Already, without Joan, the French had attacked Jargeau, after the rescue of Orleans, and had failed.
Thereon we rode to Jargeau, meaning to occupy the outlying houses, and there pass the night; but the English knew of our approach, and drove in our skirmishers.
The royal army, probably 8,000 strong and under the command of duc d'Alençon, marched along the southern bank of Loire to besiege Jargeau, which was defended by an English garrison under Suffolk.
During this action, Jeanne was struck in the head, a stone knocking her helmet off and her to the ground.
Jargeau fell and Suffolk was taken prisoner by the end of the 12th.
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