August 25

What happened on August 25 in history

3 events fall on August 25, from 1609 to 1944. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

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Events on August 25

  1. 1609

    Galileo demonstrates the telescope

    He shows Venetian officials his instrument from a bell tower.

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  2. 1825

    Uruguay declares independence

    The Thirty-Three Orientals proclaim separation from Brazil.

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  3. 1944

    Paris is liberated

    The German garrison surrenders and Free French troops enter the city.

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