Monument to Joan of Arc at Bonsecours, France

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Monument to Joan of Arc at Bonsecours, France

Memorial to Joan of Arc built in an early Renaissance style and standing in front of the Basilica de Bonsecours, Normandy, France on a granite terrace overlooking the Seine valley. Date: circa 1908

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Ernest Granite Heroine Jeanne Joan Normandy Renaissance Terrace Barrias Bonsecours

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This evocative photograph captures the Monument to Joan of Arc, or the Jeanne d'Arc Monument, situated in the heart of Normandy, France. The Memorial to the legendary heroine and national icon stands proudly in front of the stunning Basilica de Bonsecours, overlooking the picturesque Seine valley. Constructed in an early Renaissance style, the monument was designed by renowned French sculptor Louis Ernest Barrias, and was unveiled in 1908. The statue of Joan of Arc, or Jeanne d'Arc in French, is depicted in her iconic armor, holding the banner of France and gazing towards the horizon. The monument's grandeur and intricate details reflect the deep admiration and reverence the French people hold for their national heroine. Joan of Arc, also known as Jeanne d'Arc or the Maid of Orléans, was a peasant girl from Domrémy, France, who rose to prominence during the Hundred Years' War. Believing she was guided by divine intervention, she led the French army to several important victories, including the Battle of Orléans, which is credited with saving France from English occupation. Joan of Arc was later captured by the English and burned at the stake in 1431, but her legend continued to grow, and she was later canonized as a saint by the Roman Catholic Church. The Monument to Joan of Arc at Bonsecours serves as a testament to her enduring legacy and the indomitable spirit of the French people. The granite terrace on which the monument stands offers a tranquil and reflective space for visitors to contemplate the rich history and cultural significance of this remarkable figure. This photograph, taken circa 1908, captures the monument in all its glory, standing proudly against the backdrop of the Normandy landscape.

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