feb 17, 1456 - Second trial of Joan of Arc
Description:
requested by Charles VII and held by pope | cleared her of all charges and declared her a martyr | she became a political symbol of France, a symbol of the Catholic Church in opposition to French govt (canonized as a saint in 1920 when french govt declared separation chruch/state), + a symbol of deep religious piety, conservative nationalism, cross-dressing, etcAdded to timeline:
Date:
feb 17, 1456
Now
~ 570 years ago