Louise Michel (1830-1905) A participant in the Paris Commune, she was one of the few "militants" who survived the mass executions which followed the repression of the Paris Commune. Was forcibly deported to the French colony of New Caledonia for more than six years. She continued to be politically involved in progressive struggles until her death. She wrote a book,  Memoirs of Louise Michel [220 pages], about her life of struggle and sacrifice.