6 Fiercest Female Warriors in History

For the longest time, the kitchen was considered a woman’s place, and their duties were limited to being a housewife and raising children. But even under these inhumane limitations, there have been women throughout history, who were forced by the circumstances to take up arms and protect their lives and their land. One could say they did a much better job than men!

Here are the 6 fiercest female warriors in history!

1. Joan of Arc

Even kids these days know about the legendary Joan of Arc. It is said that she had visions of the Archangel Michael when she was little, which eventually led her straight to King Charles VII. She was one of the central figures during the Hundred Years’ War. Joan had managed to keep the city of Orlean safe for 9 whole days, while it was under siege. After helping the king, she was still burned at stake. Almost 500 years later, she was proclaimed a saint.

2. Grace O’Malley

How about an Irish pirate queen? This XVI century warrior lady, known also as Gráinne Mhaol, inherited a lot of ships from her father of the Ó Máille clan. And you can guess what she used them for. That’s right, piracy! She was one of the most terrifying pirates in Irish waters. Her most hated enemy was Queen Elizabeth I, who imprisoned Grace’s son and brother. But when she sailed all the way to get the audience with the Queen where she was given the right to fight and plunder whoever she wants!