September 25

What happened on September 25 in history

5 events fall on September 25, from 1066 to 1957. 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 September 25

  1. 1066

    The Battle of Stamford Bridge

    Harold Godwinson defeats a Norwegian invasion days before Hastings.

    Play the Medieval & Renaissance round

  2. 1513

    Balboa sights the Pacific

    He crosses the Isthmus of Panama and sees the ocean from a hill.

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  3. 1690

    The first American newspaper

    Publick Occurrences appears in Boston and is suppressed after one issue.

    Play the Exploration & revolution round

  4. 1789

    The Bill of Rights is sent out

    Congress passes twelve amendments to the states.

    Play the Exploration & revolution round

  5. 1957

    Troops escort the Little Rock Nine

    Federal soldiers enforce school desegregation in Arkansas.

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