Timeline on Joan of Arc

Birth of Joan of Arc

Jan 6, 1412

Joan of Arc was born in Domremy, France. She was the daughter of Jaqcues de Arc and Isabelle de Vouthon. Joan was the Third of five children. She grew up as a peasant farmer not being able to read or write. Joan of Arc ends up becoming the maiden from Lorraine that prophets predicted would save France. This significant because it is the birth of the "maid of Lorraine" that is coming to save France. Source: (Joan of Arc 3)

Medici Family becomes the official banker for the pope

Jan 16, 1412

The Medici family was known for their wealth and fame in the banking industry. They handled the money for many kingdoms and dynasties. when they were asked to be the official banker of the Papacy, they couldnt deny the offer. Their position as banker for the Papacy lasted a long time. It came to an end when the ruler of them died without a male heir. This is significant because the Medici Family is known for banking and being chosing by the pope made their industry strive. source: (history.com)

Jan Huss is burned at the stake

Jul 6, 1415

Jan Huss was accused of Heresy in 1415 for preaching that the authority of the bivle was higher than that of the pope. Jan Huss was influenced by John Wycliffes writings. He was a professor at Bohemia and was givig his students the "wrong idea". Before he was burned he was excommunicated. This is significant because it shows how much power the church held the middle ages. Soure: (historyorb.com)

Prince Henry of Portugal attacks the Moors

Jul 25, 1415

Prince Henry brought 200 ships and 20 thousand men with him as they left for their journey to attack The Moors. Prince Henry arrived in his goal city, Ceuta on August 10th. Ceuta is the main port of Morocco. The attack and conquering of Ceuta began and ended on the same day of August 15th. This event is significant because it shows how powerful the Portugese army was at the time and how easily they could expand their country. source: (cristoraul.com)

Oddo Colonna is elected as pope

Nov 11, 1417

At the age of 50 Oddo Colonna was elected pope by the group of cardinals. He chose the name Martinus V. Oddo Colonna was a cardinal for nearly 13 years before becoming a pope. He died at the age of 64 on november 11 1431. This is significant because Pope Martin V is responsible for many changes in the church. source: (catholic-hierarchy.org)

Beijing is officially designated capital of Ming Dynasty

Oct 28, 1420

Beijing was known as the forbidden city. Construction of Beijing started in 1405 and lasted for 15 years. It was originally supposed to be a secondary capital, but its location was much more convenient then the other capital that Beijing became more populated and took in more money. This is significant because Beijing was never supposed to be an important city and it ended up being the biggest in China. (asianhistory.about.com)

King Henry of England leads a succesful attack on France

Jul 15, 1422

King Henry raised 30 thousand troops and marched them into France. Along this journey he lost about 15 thousdand of them due to disease. The odds were greatly against Henry, however his soldiers fought bravely and swept through France capturing towns and finally ended siege in a wealthy power city called Rouen. This is significant because it shows how France was about to fall and Joan picked them back up (www.sacredtexts.com)

Joan begins to hear the voices of saints

Apr 11, 1425

St. Michael was the first voice that appeared to Joan when she was 13 years old. For many years of Joan's childhood Saint Catherine and Saint Margaret visitied dailey, teaching her how to make good decisions and govern herself. As she grew older Saint Michael came back more often and gave her a plan to save her kingdom. This is significant because it is the start of Frances comeback in the war. source: (maidofheaven.com)

Joan meets with the King

Mar 3, 1429

Joan cooperates with the voices she is hearing and goes to the royal kingdom. She has to get through guards and priests before she can see the king, to make sure she was not a traitor or a witch. Finally Joan meets with King Charles. Becuase "the maid" or the one who comes to save France was such a big deal that King Charles was actually nervous and pretty much granted joan whatever she asked of. This is significant because it shows Joans promotion of lifestyle i such a short time.(jeannedarc)

Joan of Arc leads victory in Orleans, defeating the English

Apr 29, 1429

Joan of Arc recieved her armor and weapon and lead a battle in Orleans. Not only was it a turning point for France in the One Hundred Years War but it also claimed a large amount of land back for France. Joan was the youngest and also first girl to ever lead a battle for France. Source: (Herstory, Women Who Changed the World 163)

Joan continues to Build France with a Victory in the Battle of Patay

Jun 18, 1429

Joan quickly became the underdog of the one Hundred years war. without her France may not excist today. Her skilled showed again in the battle of patay, when Joan defeated the english and the Burgundians with just 8 thousand troops. This battle was the final one in a phase of operations known as the Loire Valley campaign, it made a major impact in the restoration of France. Also it opened great oppurtunities for Joan. This is significant because it boosted France's confidence. (jeannedarc.info)

Joan sends letters as intimidation

Jul 4, 1429

Joan would send letters to the cities she was going to attack. She would do this trying to scare her opponent, she would say how many archers they brought , and stuff like that. One example of the letters Joan sent were before the Battle of Troyes, she sent the army of Troyes letters while she marched her men in and her plan worked. Troyes surrendered before Joan even reached the city. This is significant because it shows Joan's battle techniques she learned. source: (saintjoancenter.com)

Joan receives a great award for military achievment

Dec 29, 1429

Joan's hardwork and skill paid off for her and her family. Joan's family was promoted to nobility from being peasants. Most families in the 14th century were born into one particular social class and lived in that class their entire life, no matter how smart or skilled they were. So for Joan to have this granted upon her family is rare and amazing. This shows how great of an impact her skills had on France and how much she was appreciated. Source: (Joan of Arc 23-24)

Joan is captured and held on trial

May 24, 1430

Joan was captured by Burgundian soldiers and given to the English. In England Joan was held captive for several weeks while her case was on trial. When English officials claimed her guilty her head was shaved and she was dressed in mens clothes as she was driven to the stake on which she was burned. This is significant becuase it shows how Joan would sacrifice her life for France. Source: (maidofheaven.com)

Admiral Zheng He sends fleet of 52 ships to the east coast of Africa

Feb 10, 1431

This was the last voyage Zheng He ever made. He was sixty two when his fleet set sail. THey stopped at many trade ports before reaching Africa. They reached land on the small town called Malindi in Kenya. On the journey Zheng He died from old age and was buried at sea by his crew. This is significant because it shows Chinas growing power and the value of African lands. Source: (asianhistory.about.com)

Death of Joan of Arc

May 30, 1431

Joan was taken to the stake on which she was burned by a wooden cart. Joan sat and prayed for alost an hour before she was set to flames. Many christians sat around the stake and prayed with Joan while holding crosses as she died. About a month after Joan was put to death she was proven innocent by an English court. Joan died doing what she beleived in and made the sacrifice of herself for God and for her King. Source: (Joan of Arc 46)