The reign of terror crossed the line of Justice. They arrested anyone who might be disloyal and kill hundreds by the guillotine. It was a blood bath. Robespierre was in charge and killed anyone who he thought was the new revolutionary time. He went overboard with the killings. The reign of terror ended with the the guillotine of Robespierre.
Mexico and america were cool with each other in general
If memory serves correct it is 1765
Yazd, in the desert of central Iran would be your most likely choice. Hope I helped. :)
