SUR LA ROUTE DE VAUCOULEURS

Here Jehanne d'Arc is everywhere! The memory of this young shepherdess who became a symbol of courage and determination animates the city of Valcolor. In the 15th century, the lord Robert de Baudricourt was captain of the King in the City. At that time, the future King Charles VII had only four towns north of the Loire: Mont Saint Michel, Vaucouleurs, Orleans and Tournai. On 13 May 1428, Jehanne d'Arc passes the castle gate for the first time, to ask for an escort to Sire Robert de Baudricourt, in order to reach Chinon where the Dauphin resides. It is only on his third visit that the Capitainde will give in to his request. Having obtained the support of the inhabitants, they forged a sword for him and contributed to provide him with a horse, men's clothing, socks, boots and spurs. Thus on February 23rd 1429, she crossed the Porte de France to join the Dauphin, and face her destiny.