During the Hundred Years' War, the Siege of Orléans was a pivotal moment in France's struggle against English rule. The city, strategically important, had been under siege by English forces since October of the previous year, and the morale of the French defenders had significantly dwindled. Enter Joan of Arc, a peasant girl from Domrémy who claimed to have received visions from saints instructing her to support Charles VII and reclaim France from the English. Her arrival in Orléans marked a turning point in the campaign. Dressed in armor and carrying her banner, Joan inspired the weary defenders. She engaged with the local troops, demonstrating not only her fierce determination but also tactical acumen, as she sought to unite disparate French forces to counter the English siege.The day after her arrival, she was given command of the troops. Her first major action was to lead an attack on the English fortifications. It was a swift and aggressive campaign, filled with intense battles. Joan’s leadership was characterized by her courageous spirit and innovative thinking, which infused the French soldiers with confidence. Over the subsequent days, they reclaimed several key strongholds, most notably the English-held positions around Orléans, marking a dramatic reversal of fortunes in this protracted conflict. Joan’s determination and faith became legendary, and the siege eventually lifted, invigorating the French cause during the remainder of the Hundred Years' War.