Edition No. 48 · GlobalEst. 2026
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This Day in History

This Day in History: August 25

Test your knowledge of significant historical events that occurred on August 25 throughout the centuries.

Date: 2026-08-25

1. On August 25, 1944, which major European capital was liberated from German occupation during World War II?

2. In 1875, which individual became the first person to successfully swim across the English Channel?

3. In 1825, which South American nation declared its independence from the Brazilian Empire on August 25?

4. On August 25, 1609, which scientist demonstrated his first telescope to Venetian lawmakers?

5. Which famous 18th-century explorer set sail from Plymouth on his first voyage to the Pacific Ocean on August 25, 1768?