Joan of Arc faced numerous challenges as she led her people in the Hundred Years' War. Being a young woman in a male-dominated society, she contended with skepticism and opposition from both military and political leaders. Her self-proclaimed divine guidance fueled her determination, yet it also made her a target for accusations of heresy and witchcraft. Despite her eventual capture and execution, Joan's courage and unwavering faith in her mission have made her a lasting symbol of heroism and national pride in France.