October 25

    What happened on October 25 in history

    6 events fall on October 25, from 1415 to 1983. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

    Events on October 25

    1. 1415

      The Battle of Agincourt

      Henry V's archers destroy a much larger French army.

      Play the Medieval & Renaissance round

    2. 1854

      The Charge of the Light Brigade

      A misunderstood order sends British cavalry into Russian guns at Balaclava.

      Read about The Great Exhibition at Crystal Palace, LondonPlay the 19th century round

    3. 1881

      Picasso is born

      Pablo Picasso is born in Malaga.

      Read about Statue of Liberty's Arm on Display in ManhattanPlay the 19th century round

    4. 1971

      China takes the UN seat

      The General Assembly seats the People's Republic in place of Taipei.

      Read about Sydney Opera House Under ConstructionPlay the 20th century round

    5. 1971

      China takes its UN seat

      The General Assembly recognises Beijing rather than Taipei.

      Read about Sydney Opera House Under ConstructionPlay the 20th century round

    6. 1983

      The invasion of Grenada

      American forces land on the Caribbean island.

      Read about Los Angeles Summer OlympicsPlay the 20th century round

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