When: 31 BC ** Where:** Rome and Egypt ** What's So Special about Their Love:** These two had a love so strong, war was waged against them to break them up. When Mark Antony left his wife, Octavia, for the mesmerizing Cleopatra, Octavia's brother Octavian brought the army of Rome to destroy them. These two lovers were so entranced with each other that they committed suicide rather than be apart- the ultimate Romeo and Juliet true love story. **Learn more: **about Cleopatra and Marc Antony's first meeting...

When: 1800's ** Where:** France ** What's So Special about Their Love:** Napoleon was immediately smitten when he saw the beautiful Josephine, but it took him years to woo her. Once they were together, theirs was a stormy romance full of infidelity and drama. When Josephine could not produce him an heir, Napoleon left her for another woman, and she died of a broken heart. Napoleon never got over Josephine - rumor has it that he carried violets from her garden in his locket until he died. **Learn more: **about Napoleon and Josephine's love...

When: 1940's ** Where:** Argentina ** What's So Special about Their Love:** Juan Domingo and Evita were the ultimate political power couple. After raising herself up from poor beginnings, Evita charmed Juan Domingo and the two fell in love. They changed the entire scope of Argentinian government and became one of the most beloved political couples of the era. Just after one of their biggest political victories, Evita tragically died of cancer. 40 Best Romantic Songs ...

**When: ** 1900's ** Where:** England ** What's So Special about Their Love: ** Edward made big news - and big changes to the British monarchy - when he fell for the charming (and married!) Wallis Simpson. Wallis, an American who was unable to be a British queen, soon divorced her husband in 1934, and the two embarked on a wild romance. Edward became King of England in 1936, but he soon abdicated the throne to be married to the woman he loved. Learn More: about Prince Edward and Wallis Simpson's love...

When: 1700's ** Where:** France ** What's So Special about Their Love: ** Voltaire was a brilliant playwright and author who was beloved by French royal society, and Emilie was a young, intelligent socialite. Emilie was married to the Marquis du Chatelet, but neither she nor Voltaire cared about what people thought - they went out and about together as a couple for the fifteen years until Emilie died, even living together in a house owned by her husband. These two were not only attracted to each other physically, but even more so attracted to each other's superior intellect. 20 Inspiring Quotes about Love …

When: 1960's ** Where:** United States ** What's So Special about Their Love:** Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor starred together in many movies, including the story of Mark Antony and Cleopatra! Their chemistry and sexual attraction to each other could not be contained, even though they were both married to other people when their love story began. They married, but their tumultuous relationship burned out quickly, and they divorced... only to remarry each other 16 months later in Africa! 45 Sweetest Romantic Ways to Say “I Love You” …

When: 1200's AD ** Where:** Ireland ** What's So Special about Their Love:** Tristan falls in love with his beloved uncle King Mark's wife, Isolde. Involved in a bitter love triangle where all parties have love and respect for the other, Tristan and Isolde cannot deny their passion for each other and ultimately begin an adulterous affair. When King Mark finds out, he flies into a rage and kills his nephew Tristan with a poisoned sword. When Isolde learns of his death and sees his corpse, she dies of grief and falls over upon him. Learn More: watch a great romantic movie called Tristan and Isolde... 50+ Most Romantic Movies - Trailers and Reviews!

When: 1615 AD ** Where:** Lahore ** What's So Special about Their Love:** Prince Saleem, son of Mughal Emperor Akbar, fell in love with the lovely slave girl Anarkali. Akbar and his wife Jodha were shamed by their son's love for a common servant, and they forbid him to see her. Instead, Prince Saleem declared war on his father. After a battle, Akbar defeated his son and demanded that Saleem either surrender Anarkali or be killed. Prince Saleem chose death, but Anarkali could not see her love killed - instead, she gave her up life in exchange for one night with Prince Saleem. After their one night together, Akbar had her buried alive in a brick tomb that still stands today. 10 Romantic Movies to Cry over This Valentine’s … Do you have a romance that could rival one of history's best... or did I leave off your favorite tale? Let me know!