1. Home
  2. / Louise Michel
  3. / What did Louise Michel do that was unusual for women of her time?

What did Louise Michel do that was unusual for women of her time?

  • Competed as an Olympic athlete

  • Took part in duels

  • Fought on the barricades

  • Became a ship captain

Answer

Unlike many women of her time, Louise Michel took an active role in combat during the Paris Commune of 1871, fighting on the barricades alongside her male comrades.
The Revolutionary Spirit: Unveiling the Legacy of Louise Michel

The Revolutionary Spirit: Unveiling the Legacy of Louise Michel

Take the Louise Michel Quiz
Subscribe newsletter

Subscribe Now!

Learn something
new everyday

Playing quizzes is free! We send 1 quiz every week to your inbox