Joan of Arc: Life Transfigured

Joan of Arc, a young French peasant girl, led the French army to victory over the English at the Battle of Orleans in 1429. She was captured by the English and burned at the stake as a heretic in 1431. Joan of Arc is a national heroine in France and is considered a saint by the Catholic Church.

Joan of Arc: A Life Transfigured

by Kathryn Harrison

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Early Life

Joan of Arc was born in Domrémy, France, in 1412. Her parents were Jacques d'Arc and Isabelle Romée. Joan had four siblings: Jacques, Jean, Catherine, and Mengette. Joan's family was poor, and she worked as a shepherdess from a young age.

In 1429, Joan began to have visions of the Archangel Michael, Saint Margaret, and Saint Catherine. These visions told her that she was to lead the French army to victory over the English. Joan went to the town of Chinon and met with the Dauphin, Charles VII. Charles VII was skeptical of Joan's claims, but he eventually agreed to let her lead the French army.

Military Career

Joan of Arc led the French army to victory at the Battle of Orleans in 1429. This victory was a turning point in the Hundred Years' War, and it helped to pave the way for Charles VII to be crowned King of France.

Joan of Arc continued to lead the French army to victory in several other battles. However, she was captured by the English at the Battle of Compiègne in 1430. The English accused Joan of heresy and witchcraft, and they burned her at the stake in 1431.

Legacy

Joan of Arc is a national heroine in France. She is considered a saint by the Catholic Church, and her feast day is celebrated on May 30.

Joan of Arc's story has been told and retold for centuries. She has been the subject of numerous books, plays, and films. Joan of Arc is a symbol of courage, strength, and faith.

Joan of Arc was a remarkable woman who led the French army to victory over the English. She was captured by the English and burned at the stake as a heretic in 1431. Joan of Arc is a national heroine in France and is considered a saint by the Catholic Church.

Joan of Arc's story is a reminder that even the smallest of us can make a difference in the world.

Additional Information

• Joan of Arc Foundation
• Joan of Arc - Britannica
• Joan of Arc - History

Joan of Arc: A Life Transfigured

by Kathryn Harrison

4.1 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	11618 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	429 pages
Paperback	:	232 pages
Item Weight	:	11.7 ounces
Dimensions	:	5.25 x 0.53 x 8 inches

FREE