Olympe de Gouges

Executed by guillotine for defending Louis XVI and criticizing Robespierre.

Became increasingly involved in political debates and activism.

Publishes 'L'Esclavage des Noirs', a play advocating for the abolition of slavery.

Published 'Declaration of the Rights of Woman and of the Female Citizen'.

Addressed the National Assembly on various social and political issues.

Began actively advocating for social and political reforms.

Started writing plays that addressed social injustices and political issues.

Gave birth to her son, Pierre Aubry.

Born Marie Gouze in Montauban, France.