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'Étienne de Vignolles', called 'La Hire', (died 11 January, 1443) was a French military commander during the Hundred Years' War. He fought alongside Joan of Arc in the campaigns of 1429. His most significant action was to lead the vanguard in the important victory at Patay.
La Hire joined Charles VII for the first time in 1418, when the English army invaded France. Three years later, in 1421 he fought at the Battle of Baugé.
He was a close comrade of Joan of Arc, despite being a devout atheist and outspoken critic of religion, and undoubtedly Joan's belief in her religious visions. As the King's captain he commanded the advance guard at the battle of Patay, a French victory. He won the battle of Gerbevoy in 1435 and was made Captain General of Normandy in 1438. He died at Montauban on 11 January, 1443, of an unknown illness.

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Most recently, La Hire is featured as a fully playable character in the tactical roleplaying video game ''Jeanne D'Arc'' for the PlayStation Portable. It was developed by Level-5 and was released on November 22, 2006 in Japan, and August 21, 2007 in the U.S. In the game, La Hire is depicted as a beastman warrior and mercenary, known for his overwhelming strength. He holds high respect for Jeanne D'Arc and fights loyally for her.
La Hire is commemorated as the face of the Jack of Hearts in French playing cards. His name remains a byword for a choleric disposition.
In the video game '', La Hire is, alongside Joan of Arc, Jean Bureau, and Bertrand du Guesclin, a playable character in the Joan of Arc campaign.
La Hire is also a playable character in the upcoming video game .
La Hire appeared in the 1999 film '', portrayed by actor Richard Ridings.

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★ Siege of Orleans

★ Battle of Jargeau

★ Battle of Meung-sur-Loire

★ Battle of Beaugency