Alternative historical interpretations of Joan of Arc

There are a number of revisionist theories about Joan of Arc which contradict the established account of her life. These include the theory that she was in fact guilty of the witchcraft for which she was condemned; that bones and other alleged relics come from her; that she escaped death at the stake and lived out her life in secret. The following interpretations are sometimes advanced to the public but have not gained significant acceptance among academic historians. For avowedly fictional representations of Joan in art, literature, and popular culture see Cultural depictions of Joan of Arc.

Alternative historical interpretations of Joan of Arc

There are a number of revisionist theories about Joan of Arc which contradict the established account of her life. These include the theory that she was in fact guilty of the witchcraft for which she was condemned; that bones and other alleged relics come from her; that she escaped death at the stake and lived out her life in secret. The following interpretations are sometimes advanced to the public but have not gained significant acceptance among academic historians. For avowedly fictional representations of Joan in art, literature, and popular culture see Cultural depictions of Joan of Arc.