016_The Maid of Orleans - The Miracle that saved France
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This episode plunges us into the extraordinary life of Joan of Arc, a young woman who defied expectations and changed the course of history.
Born a peasant girl, Joan claimed divine visions urging her to lead the French army and crown Charles VII as king. We'll explore her early life and the turmoil of the Hundred Years' War, a brutal conflict that ravaged France.
Witness Joan's unwavering faith and her meteoric rise to military leadership. From unconventional tactics to battlefield victories, we'll delve into the events that led to the coronation of Charles VII at Reims Cathedral, a pivotal moment in French history.
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