The Maid of Orleans
During the Hundred Years’ War, Joan hears a calling to lead the French and leaves her village. After the French victory at Orleans, she is placed in command by King Charles. Joan defeats Lionel in battle but spares him; the two fall in love, conflicting with her vow of virginity. Her father Thibaut accuses her of serving the devil when she cannot publicly prove her innocence. The people turn against her, and she is captured and condemned to burn at the stake. Joan dies as angels grant her forgiveness.