During the French Revolution, the Reign of Terror (1793–1794) plunged France into chaos as fear, suspicion, and political purges ruled the nation. Thousands were executed by guillotine, including Marie Antoinette, while Robespierre’s grip on power tightened — until he, too, met the blade. A dark reminder of how revolutionary ideals can spiral into bloodshed.

Mumtaz Mahal was the beloved wife of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, and their deep bond inspired one of the world’s most iconic monuments—the Taj Mahal. After her death in 1631 during childbirth, a heartbroken Shah Jahan commissioned the magnificent white marble mausoleum to honour her memory. More than a stunning architectural feat, the Taj Mahal stands as a timeless tribute to love, loss, and the enduring legacy of a remarkable woman.

May 15, 1885, Louis Riel surrendered, ending the North-West Resistance. A champion of Métis rights, his fight for justice would lead to a controversial trial and execution—and a legacy that still shapes Canada today.

On May 13, 1637, Cardinal Richelieu, the influential French statesman, invented the modern table knife. Prior to this, knives were primarily used for cutting large pieces of food. Richelieu's design featured a rounded tip, making it safer and more refined for dining. His innovation revolutionized eating etiquette, leaving a lasting legacy in the development of dining utensils. The table knife remains a fundamental part of every meal today.

Hugo’s influence extended beyond books and politics—he was deeply invested in humanitarian causes. He championed the abolition of the death

Dido Elizabeth Belle, born in 1761 to an enslaved African woman and a British naval officer, was raised in aristocratic England by her great-uncle, Lord Mansfield. Her life challenged 18th-century norms of race and class, and she may have influenced key legal decisions against slavery. Despite the barriers she faced, Dido lived as a free, educated woman—her story a rare and powerful testament to resilience in Georgian Britain.

Giacomo Casanova was an Italian adventurer, writer, and infamous libertine, best known for his scandalous romantic escapades.