Joan of Arc

6 ene 1412 - 30 may 14316 de enero de 1412 - 30 de mayo de 1431

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Joan of Arc

6 ene 1412 - 30 may 14316 de enero de 1412 - 30 de mayo de 1431


Place of birth

Domrémy, Duchy of Bar, Kingdom of France

Most recently lived in

Rouen, Normandy, Kingdom of France (where she was imprisoned and executed)

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Joan's life was primarily dedicated to her divine mission, leaving little time for traditional hobbies.

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Interesting facts about Joan

Joan of Arc claimed to receive divine revelations from Saint Michael, Saint Catherine, and Saint Margaret. Her bold leadership in the Siege of Orléans and the French victory there played a pivotal role in the Hundred Years' War. Joan's trial and execution were later declared unjust, and she was canonized as a saint by the Catholic Church.

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Joan's primary passion was her divine mission to liberate France from English occupation and restore the French crown. Her unwavering faith and commitment to this cause defined her life's purpose and legacy.

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Obituario

Joan of Arc, known as Jeanne d'Arc in her native French, was a young woman whose courage and unwavering faith left an indelible mark on the history of France. She was born around 1412 in Domrémy, a small village in northeastern France, and tragically met her untimely death on May 30, 1431, in Rouen, France.

In her short but remarkable life, Joan of Arc emerged as a symbol of hope and resilience during the tumultuous period of the Hundred Years' War between England and France. At the age of just 17, she felt a divine calling to lead the French army against the English, who were occupying large parts of France at the time. Claiming that she received visions from Saint Michael, Saint Catherine, and Saint Margaret, Joan believed it was her divine mission to restore the French crown to its rightful heir, Charles VII.

Despite the skepticism and obstacles she faced, Joan's unwavering faith propelled her to undertake a daring journey to meet with Charles VII, who eventually granted her an audience. Impressed by her conviction, he allowed her to accompany the French army. Joan's presence on the battlefield was transformative. She provided much-needed inspiration to the French forces, leading them to several key victories.

One of her most notable achievements was the lifting of the Siege of Orléans, a turning point in the war. Her military prowess and charisma rallied the troops, and the English forces were eventually forced to retreat. Joan's contributions to the war effort were pivotal in Charles VII's coronation as king in 1429.

However, Joan's fortunes took a dark turn when she was captured by the Burgundians, who were allied with the English. She was subsequently handed over to the English and subjected to a politically motivated trial for heresy and witchcraft. Despite her valiant efforts to defend herself, Joan of Arc was unjustly convicted and sentenced to death by burning at the stake. On May 30, 1431, she faced her execution with remarkable bravery and resilience, becoming a martyr for her cause.

Joan's legacy endured long after her death. She was posthumously exonerated of her charges, and her contributions to France were recognized. She was canonized as a saint by the Roman Catholic Church in 1920. Joan of Arc's remarkable journey from a humble village to the forefront of a nation's history continues to inspire countless individuals worldwide, standing as a testament to the power of faith, courage, and conviction.

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Nació el January 6, 1412

Domrémy, Duchy of Bar, Kingdom of France

Falleció el May 30, 1431

Rouen, Normandy, Kingdom of France (where she was imprisoned and executed)

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