Other Notable Events for October 25

History & Quotes / October 25, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1854, known to history as the Charge of the Light Brigade, 670 British cavalrymen fighting in the Crimean War attacked a heavily fortified Russian position and were killed.

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Notable Birthdays for October 25

History & Quotes / October 25, 2024

Those born on this date include:

- Musician Johann Strauss in 1825
- musician Georges Bizet in 1838
- automobile entrepreneur John Francis Dodge in 1864
- artist Pablo Picasso in 1881
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Astronomy

History & Quotes / October 25, 2024

Today is Friday, Oct. 25, the 299th day of 2024 with 67 to follow.

The moon is waning. Morning stars are Jupiter, Mars, Neptune, Saturn and Uranus. Evening stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus and ...Read More

This Day in History, October 25

History & Quotes / October 25, 2024

On October 25th, 1828, the St. Katharine Docks opened in London.

A thought for the day

History & Quotes / October 24, 2024

A thought for the day: Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can. -- American tennis legend Arthur Ashe

Other Notable Events for October 24

History & Quotes / October 24, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1648, the Treaty of Westphalia ended the Thirty Years' War in Europe.

In 1861, the first telegram was transmitted across the United States from California Chief Justice ...Read More