The Trial of Joan of Arc

The Trial of Joan of Arc was a court proceeding in 1431 where Joan, a young peasant woman claiming divine guidance, was accused of heresy by the Church. She was charged with dressing as a man and supporting her military role. The tribunal, influenced by political motives, used her beliefs and actions against her. Despite her steadfast faith, Joan was found guilty and was burned at the stake. The trial was later declared unjust, and Joan was canonized as a saint in 1920, recognizing her as a martyr and a symbol of faith and resilience.