Joan of Arc
Hundred Years War England owned duchy of Gascony English King also duke of Gascony Pledged loyalty to noble of French king King Philip VI of France seized Gascony in 1337 Duke of Gascony declared war on France War lasted until 1453
Joan Daughter of prosperous peasants Deeply religious Claimed to experience visions Saints commanded her to free France 1429-arrived in King Charles’ court Tried to convince him to let her lead French army
Victory Joan of Arc led France to many victories Brought war to decisive turning point
It could not last… Joan captured and turned over to English Inquisition Charged with being a witch Burned at the stake Her memory led French troops to final victory 2 years later