Charles VII of France vs Li Yuan

Joan of Arc, acting under Charles VII's authority, led French forces to lift the English siege of Orl

Charles VII was crowned King of France at Reims Cathedral, a traditional site for French coronations, following the military successes of Joan of Arc. This coronation legitimized his claim against the English-backed Henry VI and boosted French morale.

Charles VII signed the Treaty of Arras with Philip the Good of Burgundy, ending the Burgundian alliance with England. This diplomatic victory isolated the English and paved the way for French reconquest of English-held territories.

Charles VII issued the Pragmatic Sanction of Bourges, asserting the authority of the French crown over the Catholic Church in France. It limited papal interference in ecclesiastical appointments and revenues, strengthening royal control.

French forces under Charles VII's command defeated the English at Castillon, the final battle of the Hundred Years' War. The English lost Gascony, ending their territorial presence in France except for Calais.

Li Yuan, Duke of Tang, rebelled against the Sui dynasty and captured Chang'an. He declared himself Emperor Gaozu, founding the Tang dynasty that would rule China for nearly 300 years.

Li Yuan's son Li Shimin defeated the rival warlord Dou Jiande at Hulao Pass. This victory eliminated a major competitor and secured Tang control over the central plains.

After the Xuanwu Gate Incident where Li Shimin killed his brothers, Li Yuan abdicated the throne to his son. He became Taishang Huang (retired emperor) and lived in retirement.