Joan of Arc was a young French peasant who led French forces during the Hundred Years’ War.
In 1429 she helped lift the Siege of Orléans and saw Charles VII crowned at Reims. She was captured, tried, and executed in 1431.
Legacy
Joan became a national heroine of France and was canonized as a saint in 1920.
Did You Know?
The painting above by Ingres shows Joan at the coronation of Charles VII.
Why Study Military Leaders
The lives of great commanders offer lessons in leadership, planning, courage, and the human cost of war. Visiting museums, battlefields, and memorials, including many across Ohio, is a powerful way to connect with this history and honor those who served.
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