Historical figures in Orléans

The atlas holds 3 people and 6 moments here, from 451 to 1890. The most recorded lives are Joan of Arc, Marcel Proust and Attila. Among them Military Leaders, across the Age of Exploration and the Ancient World.

Notable people

1. Joan of Arc

   in 1429

   4 moments here

   French visionary and military figure of the Hundred Years' War. Born at Domrémy, Joan sought the support of Charles VII, helped relieve Orléans,…

2. Marcel Proust

   in 1890

   1 moment here

   French novelist, essayist, and critic, best known for À la recherche du temps perdu (In Search of Lost Time).…

3. Attila

   in 451

   1 moment here

   Attila, ruler of the Huns from 434 until his death in 453, jointly ruled with his brother Bleda before becoming sole ruler.…

Moments

1. 451 Siege of Aurelianum Attila
2. 1429 Enters besieged Orléans Joan of Arc
3. 1429 Fights at Jargeau Joan of Arc
4. 1429 Rejoins the army bound for Jargeau Joan of Arc
5. 1429 Takes the bridge at Meung-sur-Loire Joan of Arc
6. 1890 Military service at Coligny Barracks Marcel Proust

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