The ruling committee of five established after the fall of Robespierre in 1795 in revolutionary France
The Directory
Fact of the Day
Black Monday was the name for rent day in 1880s, when belongings were pawned to pay the landlord.
Quote of the Day
"I have no political ambitions for myself or my children.
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~ Joseph P. Kennedy
On This Day
1787 The 'First Fleet' of 11 ships carrying convicts to Australia left England.
1888 Slavery was abolished in Brazil.