Louise Michel

Overview

Louise Michel born Vroncourt, Lorraine, France May 29, 1830 (d. 1905). Anarchist; nurse and school teacher; known as "the red virgin of Montmartre." Member of the Paris Commune who stood against French government soldiers; deported to New Caledonia for seven years, 1873-80. Due to anarchist activities, repeatedly arrested and lived in exile, 1890-95.

Quotations

"We expected to die for liberty. It was as if we were lifted from the earth." (March 18, 1871; photo Wikipedia)