A young girl from Domrémy, France, Joan of Arc, guided by divine voices, helps the French throne against English forces. Her divine calling, pivotal battles at Orlion and Rems, capture by the English, and post-execution legacy showcase her as a heroic figure in French history.
Joan of Arc's conviction and divine guidance led to the Dauphin's coronation, showcasing the power of individual courage.
Joan's martyrdom and posthumous vindication elevated her to the status of a saint, symbolizing faith and courage.
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The Rise of Joan of Arc
Joan of Arc, a young girl from Dohrami, France, approached the Dauphin, heir to the French throne, with a plan to defeat the English. Claiming divine guidance, she convinced the Dauphin to follow her advice, leading to his coronation as king. Through a series of military victories, Joan became a celebrated figure in French history, illustrating the power of individual conviction and courage in times of adversity.
The Context of the 15th Century
The Hundred Years' War between England and France set the stage for Joan of Arc's intervention. Following strategic marriages and disputes over the French throne, England under Henry V gained control over northern France. The death of key figures and disputed claims fueled the conflict, with Joan's arrival coinciding with a critical juncture in French history.
Joan's Trial and Legacy
Captured by the Burgundians and sold to the English, Joan faced a trial for heresy, culminating in her tragic death at the stake at the age of 19. Despite her demise, Joan's martyrdom galvanized the French, spurring them to victory over the English. Posthumous retrials and papal recognition affirmed her innocence, elevating Joan to the status of a saint and a symbol of faith and courage for generations.
In 1428, a young girl from the village of Domrémy, France, audaciously set out to meet the heir apparent to the French throne, the Dauphin, and told him what he had to do to defeat the English occupying her country.
She claimed that she was told what to do by God.
Against all odds, the Dauphin took her advice, and it worked. After a series of military victories, the Dauphin was crowned king, and the young girl went on to become one of the greatest heroes in French history.
Learn more about Joan of Arc, her incredible story, and how it changed French history on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily.