The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc Timeline ( Real )

birth
Circa January 6, 1412

Birth of Joan of Arc

Joan of Arc is born in Domrémy, a village in northeastern France.

historical_conflict
1337-1453

Hundred Years' War

The prolonged conflict between England and France for control of the French throne, setting the context for Joan's life and actions.

personal_event
Circa 1424-1428

Joan's Vision and Mission

Joan of Arc begins to experience visions and believes she is called by God to lead France to victory.

political_event
March 1429

Joan Meets Charles VII

Joan successfully meets the Dauphin Charles, persuading him to give her an army to fight the English.

military_event
April 29, 1429

Siege of Orléans

Joan leads French forces to lift the English siege of Orléans, a turning point in the Hundred Years' War.

political_event
July 17, 1429

Coronation of Charles VII

Following her military successes, Joan escorts Charles VII to Reims for his coronation, solidifying his claim to the throne.

military_event
May 23, 1430

Capture of Joan of Arc

Joan is captured by Burgundian forces allied with the English during a military campaign.

judicial_event
January 9, 1431

Trial of Joan of Arc

Joan undergoes a politically charged trial for heresy and witchcraft led by pro-English clergy.

execution_event
May 30, 1431

Execution of Joan of Arc

Joan is burned at the stake in Rouen after being found guilty in her trial.

judicial_event
July 7, 1456

Posthumous Retrial and Rehabilitation

Joan's conviction is overturned during a retrial ordered by Pope Callixtus III, restoring her reputation.

religious_event
May 16, 1920

Canonization of Joan of Arc

Joan of Arc is officially declared a saint by the Roman Catholic Church.

The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc Timeline ( Fictional )

vision
1424

Joan's Visions Begin

Joan of Arc begins experiencing visions and hearing voices of saints instructing her to support Charles VII and drive the English from France.

capture
May 1430

Joan Captured

Joan is captured by the Burgundians during a failed military operation and sold to the English.

trial
January 1431

Trial for Heresy

Joan undergoes a politically motivated trial accusing her of heresy, witchcraft, and cross-dressing.

execution
May 1431

Joan Executed

Joan is declared guilty and burned at the stake in Rouen, becoming a martyr.