Which legendary French teenage girl led the French army to major victories against the English during the Hundred Years' War before being burned at the stake?
Joan of Arc became a national heroine of France and was later officially canonized as a Catholic saint.
Next →We all recognize the massive names that dominate our history textbooks—the kings, queens, and generals whose faces are printed on world currency. But how well do you really know the people who shaped our world? When you strip away the famous statues and the most common paintings, can you still recognize the human faces behind the world-changing events? This isn't your average high school history pop quiz. We have collected portraits, photographs, and sketches of empire builders, revolutionary scientists, legendary artists, and daring explorers. Only the truest history enthusiasts will be able to look past the surface and remember the details that matter. Only 5% of history buffs can identify all 35 of these icons. Are you part of that elite group, or will you get lost in the pages of time? Let's find out!
