Joan of Arc

China Grows Under the Ming Dynasty

Jan 1, 1412

The Ming Dynasty ruled Ancient China from 1368 to 1644.The Ming is described as one of the greatest eras of government in human history and was the last dynasty in China ruled by ethnic Han Chinese. This event is significant because before the 16th century, the science of the Ming Dynasty had been one of the best in the world. Also, the military technology was advanced and it was the last dynasty ruled by ethnic Han Chinese. Source: (Ming Dynasty 1)

Joan of Arc's Birth

Jan 6, 1412

Joan of Arc was born on January 6th, 1412 in Domremy, France. Jacques d'Arc Joan Of Arc's father and was a farmer who owned fifty acres of land around the town that Joan was born in. Joan's mother, Isabelle Romeé, was a Catholic who nurtured Joan in her religion and the ways of the Church. This event is significant because Joan of Arc was later named a Saint after her death. Source(s): (Jacques d'Arc 1) (Isabelle Romeé 1)

Joan of Arc

Period: Jan 6, 1412 to May 30, 1431

Joan of Arc's life.

The Leaders of the Cambridge Plot are Executed

Jan 1, 1415

The Cambridge Plot was an attempt by a group of conspirators led by Earl of Cambridge to kill Henry V and have Earl of March on the throne. The plan was given away when Earl of March himself revealed the plot to the king. All three conspirators were taken and executed for treason. This event is significant because if Earl of March didn't reveal the plan unintentionally, Henry V could've been taken from the throne and the English people could've been in jeopardy. Source: (The Cambridge Plot 1)

Brunelleschi Begins Work on the Duomo in Florence

Jan 1, 1418

In 1418, the town fathers of Florence finally addressed that there was a massive hole in the roof of the cathedrale. The fathers announced a contest for an amazing design with a huge prize for the winner. Brunelleschi spent time on his ideas and he outdid his previous work as clockmaker and tinkerer. This event is significant because Brunelleschi paved the way for the cultural and social revolutions of the Renaissance itself because of the new designs of the cathedrale. Source: (Il Duomo 1)

The Oil Painting Is Invented

Jan 1, 1420

Oil Painting began within Northern Europe, during the fifteenth and sixteenth century. Its true potential was not realized until the 15th century when painters in the Netherlands used oil paint to combine realism with color. This event is significant because the development of oil paint was a huge discovery. It resulted in more realistic art being made, as well as the application of thin glazes on art (allowing a more natural effect). Source: (Tempera versus Oil Paint 1)

Henry VI Becomes King of England

Jan 1, 1422

Henry VI was born on December 6, 1421 and he was only nine months old when he succeeded his father, Henry V in 1422. A regency council ran England until Henry was old enough to rule in 1437. This event is significant because the dual monarchy was too difficult for the king and England to maintain, which showed them for the future. Source: (Henry VI 1)

Joan of Arc Begins To Hear Voices

Jan 1, 1425

When Joan was 13 years old, she had a voice from God that told her to help govern herself. Apparently, St. Michael, St. Catherine, and St. Margaret, "Told me [her] of the pitiful state of France, and told me [her] that I must go to succor the King of France." This is significant because if Joan had never heard these voices, she may not have accomplished all that she did in her life and she may not have been named a Saint after her death. Source: (Bett 264)

Joan of Arc Goes To Meet Charles VII

Jan 1, 1429

Dressed in a man's clothes with 6 male travelers, she travels for 11 days to Chinon. It is 2 more days before her request to see Charles VII is granted. (Joan does not yet consider him a proper king at this time). This is significant because if she had never met Charled VII, she wouldn't have served for him in the army and she may not have been as remembered as she is. Source: (History of Joan of Arc 1)

Joan Heads to Chinon Dressed in Men's Clothing

Jan 1, 1429

Joan leaves dressed in men's clothing and heads to Chinon, where the eldest son of the king is staying. Once there, she asks to help France fight the English and the Burgundians. This event is significant because later in Joan's life, they use Joan dressing in men's clothing to put her on trial for heresy. She also put the idea out there for her to help France in battle. Source: (Joan of Arc Timeline 1)

Joan of Arc Was Sent to Orleans as Captain of a Troop

Apr 29, 1429

Charles VII sent her to Orleans as captain of a troop of men. Joan's presence among the French troops - armed like a man, fighting at least as bravely as a man, famous already as possessing special powers - proves as demoralizing to the English as it is exhilarating for the French. The significance of this event is that Joan removed the greatest immediate threat to Charles and for the first time in Charles's reign allowed him a military triumph. Source: (Bett 264-265)

Zheng He's Reign of China

Jan 1, 1430

The years of 1404 through the 1430s were a major age of expansion for China. Zheng He’s role in the Ming Dynasty evolved from that of soldier to a commander of ships. Zheng He played many huge roles in the expansion of China. This event is significant because Zheng's instincts and superior talents made him a natural to make significant gains for his country and to earn his place as one of the greatest explorers of all time. Source: (Zheng He 1)

Joan of Arc Moved to the Defense of Compiegne

May 18, 1430

In the Siege of Compiegne, Joan of Arc and the French made an attempt to flee, but an opponent shot her with an arrow and pulled Joan off her horse. She was captured, and Joan swore to her captors that she would do nothing that would betray Charles VII. This event is significant because it was Joan's last military action. Also, before hand, Joan appeared to have been kept inactive by her royal court and this was her last job before she was captured. Source: (Joan of Arc: Battle at Compiegne)

Joan of Arc is sold to the English by the Burgundians

May 23, 1430

On May 23, 1430, Joan of Arc was sold to the Burgundians. Joan had won the hearts of the soldiers who looked up to her as a leader. A year later, Joan was captured by the Burgundian forces at Compiegne and sold to the English to be put on tria for 10,000 coins. This event is significant because Joan was later put on trial for witchcraft and she could not have been put on trial if she was not sold to the English. Source: (Heroes of History 1412-1431)

Joan of Arc's Trial for Heresy and Witchcraft Begins

Jan 13, 1431

Joan of Arc's trial began in January of 1431. Heresy was a capital crime only when it was a repeat offense, so the court of the English for the trial said that Joan heard the voices a second time during her time in prison. This event is significant because if found guilty, Joan could have been sentenced to severe punsishments, such as death. She was later found guilty and, in fact, was sentenced to death. Source: (Churchill 1412-1431) Source: (Nichol)

Joan of Arc was Condemned as a Relapsed Heretic and Sentenced to Death

May 30, 1431

On May 30, 1431, Joan of Arc was condemned as a relapsed heretic (a witch) and was sentenced to death. Although there are many speculations, the most logical response was that she was condemned a witch because she lived in a world of too much superstition. This event is significant because this is the event that ended Joan's short life at only 19 years old. Also, after her death, the Pope found that she was actually not guilty and she was named a saint. Source: (Bett 264-265)

Joan of Arc was Burned at the Stake

May 30, 1431

On May 30, 1431, Joan of Arc was burned at the stake after being found guilty of heresy and witchcraft. She was tied to a pillar in the in Rouen and she asked two of the clergy present to hold a cross before her. After she was burned twice, they took the ashes and threw them as a final injustice for her. This event is significant because it was 25 years later when she was found innocent of all heresy charges by the Pope. On May 16, 1920, she was named a Saint. Source: (Churchill 1412-1431)