Joan of Arc
Joan of Arc, a national heroine of France, led the French army to victory against the English during the Hundred Years' War, guided by divine inspiration.
War Hero
1412
May 30, 1431
19
Domrémy, France
Joan of Arc, a revered French national heroine, played a pivotal role in securing a significant victory against the English in the Hundred Years’ War, as she believed she was following divine instructions. She personally carried the Duke of Orléans’ banner into the crucial battle that led to the lifting of the siege of Orléans. However, despite her accomplishments, Joan was eventually captured and executed for heresy. Her compelling story has inspired various works, such as George Bernard Shaw’s play “Saint Joan” and Luc Besson’s film “The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc.”