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Joan of Arc
Joan of Arc (c. 1412-1431) was a young woman who played a central role in the French victory in the Hundred Years’ War. She was a peasant girl who received visions from God who believed it was her divine mission to support Charles VII of France (r. 1422-1461) in this war. In 1429 she helped the French army gain a major victory at the siege of Orleans. Unfortunately, in 1430 Joan was captured by the Burgundians and they turned her over to the English. The English put Joan on trial, and, in order to not deny her visions from God or admit that God was supporting the French, the English convicted Joan of heresy and she was burned at the stake. Joan’s life was influenced by countless pieces of literature and art throughout time and remains a symbol of faith for many. In 1920, she was canonized by the Catholic Church.
Saint-Étienne Cathedral, Meaux, France.
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