The siege of Compiègne in May 1430 marked a pivotal moment in the life of Joan of Arc, a peasant girl turned military leader who played a crucial role in revitalizing French efforts during the latter stages of the Hundred Years' War. As the French forces sought to reclaim territories under English and Burgundian control, Joan led an offensive against the Burgundians, aiming to lift the siege of Compiègne. On May 23, her forces found themselves outmaneuvered and surrounded by Burgundian troops, and during a desperate skirmish, Joan was captured after being separated from her soldiers. Her capture took place while attempting to assist and secure the retreat of her men, demonstrating her unwavering commitment to her cause and her troops.After her capture, Joan was taken to the Burgundian stronghold of Rouen. The Burgundians handed her over to the English, who sought to discredit her and undermine her influence in France. As an imprisoned woman of significant notoriety, Joan's fate hinged on political machinations and religious scrutiny. Her trial would ultimately entail allegations of heresy, as her visions and claims of divine guidance were met with skepticism from the ecclesiastical and royal authorities. Joan’s capture ultimately shifted the dynamics of the ongoing war and instigated debates on the role of women in warfare, faith, and leadership during this tumultuous period in history.