The Siege of Orléans, which began in October 1428, was a pivotal confrontation during the Hundred Years' War, where English forces sought to capture the city to effectively control the Loire Valley and solidify their hold over France. Joan of Arc, a peasant girl from Domrémy, believed she was divinely destined to drive the English from France and support Charles VII, the uncrowned French heir. Her arrival in Orléans on April 29, 1429, brought renewed hope to the French defenders, who had suffered from demoralization and defeats. With strategic acumen and fervent speeches, Joan managed to rally the besieged troops and organized a series of assaults against the English positions. The culmination of these efforts took place on May 7-8, 1429, when Joan led the French forces in an all-out attack that resulted in overwhelming victories. Notably, she participated in the storming of the English bastion at Saint Loup, where the French captured key strongholds, forcing the English to retreat. This victory lifted the siege and restored French morale, marking the beginning of a series of successes for Joan's forces through the remainder of 1429. The aftermath significantly shifted the course of the war, as it was perceived as a sign of divine favor for the French cause, propelling Charles VII towards his coronation in Reims as the legitimate king of France.