orleans

• Nome próprio que designa uma cidade no centro da França, às margens do rio Loire, historicamente importante pelo Cerco de Orléans (1428–1429), levantado por Joana d'Arc em 1429.

A proper noun referring to a city in north central France on the Loire River, historically significant for the siege of Orleans (1428–1429) which was relieved by Joan of Arc in 1429.

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1. City in FranceB2formal

   A historic city located on the Loire River in north-central France, known for its role in the Hundred Years' War.

   Orléans

   • Orleans is famous for its connection to Joan of Arc.
   • The city of Orleans was a key strategic location during the medieval period.
   • Many tourists visit Orleans to see its historic architecture.

2. Siege of OrleansC1formal

   A significant military siege that took place from 1428 to 1429, where English forces besieged the city until it was relieved by Joan of Arc.

   Cerco de Orléans

   • The Siege of Orleans was a turning point in the Hundred Years' War.
   • Joan of Arc led the French army to lift the siege of Orleans.
   • The relief of Orleans in 1429 boosted French morale significantly.