“My only regret is that I'm going before that rat, Robespierre! [to his executioner] Don't forget to show my head to the people; it's well worth seeing.”
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Georges Danton
Georges Danton was a French politician and revolutionary, born on October 26, 1759, and died on April 5, 1794. He was a significant figure during the French Revolution, known for his radical revolutionary ideas and political activities. more
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