Student Name
Prof. Wadas
History 030
11/23/09
Uppity Women
Throughout the course of time, women have been explicitly involved in the
progression of civilization across the world. Whether it is the women pharaohs of
ancient Egypt, to the queen emperors of lost central American cultures, to the female
politicians of today's world, women have always been known to make an impact on the
world whenever the opportunity presented itself. In Vicki Leon's Uppity Women of
Medieval Times, Leon assess the life accomplishments of many women from a time
period that lasted no longer than a few centuries. I will be examining the lives of Joan of
Arc, Louise Labe, and Queen Sonduk, as told by Leon in her book. I will also compare
these three women to three influential women in my life: my two sisters, Name and
Name, and my teammate, Name.
First, I will examine the noteworthy Joan of Arc. Joan is known around the world
for her religious conquest of Orleans under the weak King Charles VII. Her majestic
aura helped her raise an army of 4000 enthusiastic troops. These troops were further
impressed by her willingness to not only go to battle with them, but also to lead them
with such ferocious strength and courage that it inspired them even more. She died with
relentless pride believing, even to her death, God and her role in her country's
deliverance. After reading the section on Joan of Arc, I was reminded of my oldest sister
Name. Name worked for a defense contracting company for three years or so straight
