Joan of Arc is the famous historical figure known as the **"Maid of Orléans."** In the early 15th century, she played a crucial role during the Hundred Years' War, leading French troops to several important victories against the English. Claiming divine guidance, her bravery and leadership boosted French morale and helped reinstate Charles VII to the throne. Despite her subsequent capture and execution, Joan became a symbol of courage and national pride in France. In 1920, she was canonized as a saint, solidifying her legacy as a pivotal figure in both French history and Christianity.