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October 25: Facts & Historical Events On This Day

Facts & Historic Events That Happened on October 25

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October 25th is known as Punk for a Day Day as well as Greasy Food Day.

We’ve made it to the 298th day of the year! There are 67 days remaining in 2023, but more importantly, Halloween is just around the corner.

If today has a special meaning to you, then you’re in the right place to discover the historical events that happened on this day.

Did you know that on this day in 1978, the original American horror film “Halloween” premiered? It received mixed reviews at the time but went on to receive critical acclaim in the following years.

Keep reading for more fun & interesting facts about October 25th in history!

Events

What memorable events happened on October 25 in history? Keep reading to find out!

2017

Scientists in India discovered a 152-million-year-old fossil of an extinct marine reptile called the ichthyosaur.

OTD in 2017: Scientists in India discovered a 152-million-year-old fossil of an extinct marine reptile called the ichthyosaur.

The fossil was found inside rocks from the Mesozoic Era, which ran between 252 and 66 million years ago, in the Kutch desert.

2010

Taylor Swift’s third studio album “Speak Now” was released. It won Billboard’s 2011 Album of the Year.

2005

Sid Meier’s Civilization IV was made available to PC players in North America.

Civ IV was a huge step up from the series’ third installment, with critics particularly impressed that the multiplayer function was actually worth playing, unlike its predecessor. It won a wide range of Game of the Year awards in 2005.

1995

The British singer Cliff Richard was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II.

1994

Susan Smith murdered her two children and tried to pin on a made-up Black man.

OTD in 1994: Susan Smith murdered her two children and tried to pin on a made-up Black man.

She reported to the police that a black man hijacked her car with her children inside as a pretense for their death.

1978

The original American horror film “Halloween” premiered in Kansas City, Missouri, US.

1940

Benjamin Oliver Davis Sr. became the first African American general in the United States Army.

OTD in 1940: Benjamin Oliver Davis Sr. became the first African American general in the United States Army.

1911

London’s last horse-drawn omnibus trip went from London Bridge Station to Moorgate.

1854

The Battle of Balaclava took place during the Crimean War.

This battle featured The Charge of the Light Brigade, a disastrous cavalry charge by the British against the Russians. This charge alone resulted in over 100 casualties for the British.

1828

St Katharine Docks opened in Central London, England, and it was one of the largest ports for trade in London in the 19th Century.

1780

John Hancock became the first Governor of Massachusetts after winning 90% of the votes in the Massachusetts Constitution.

1671

Italian astronomer Giovanni Cassini discovered Iapetus, Saturn’s third-largest moon.

1415

The Battle of Agincourt between the English and the French took place.

OTD in 1415: The Battle of Agincourt between the English and the French took place.

It has historical significance as it was a surprising victory for the English, who wore much lighter armor than their opposition. The 6-hour battle saw the French side lose around 400 nobles, with the English only losing a handful. Overall, French casualties were estimated to be between 3,000 – 4,000, while the English had approximately 600 – 1,000 deaths.

Famous Births

If today’s your birthday, you share this special day with Katy Perry! Here are other famous people born on this day.

1984

Katy Perry

American

Singer

Katy Perry

Age:

40 years old

Born In:

California, USA

1985

Ciara

American

Singer

Ciara

Age:

39 years old

Born In:

Texas, USA

1881

Pablo Picasso

Spanish

Painter

Pablo Picasso

Died On:

Apr 8, 1973 (Age 91)

Born In:

Andalucía, Spain

1989

Mia Wasikowska

Australian

Actress

Mia Wasikowska

Age:

35 years old

Born In:

Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Quotes

Here we have the most notable quotes that have been spoken throughout history on this day.

1913

People do not like to think. If one thinks, one must reach conclusions; and conclusions are not always pleasant.

Helen Keller

Helen Keller

American Author

Special Holidays

If you can spare some time today, here are some unique holidays you could get involved with.

October 25: Punk for a Day Day
United States

Punk for a Day Day

Today is Punk for a Day Day, a day to not only celebrate Punk music’s long and often infamous history but also to see what it’s all about! So listen to your favorite punk albums today, or find some new ones, and try out not conforming to society for a day!

October 25: National Greasy Food Day
United States

National Greasy Food Day

We sure hope you all ate healthy yesterday on National Food Day, as today is all about being hedonistic. There’s simply no other way to celebrate National Greasy Food Day than to binge your favorite greasy food! Burgers, wings, fries, pizza, doughnuts, you name it!

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Fun Fact Of The Day

Orcas can mimic the human voice in a similar way that parrots do.

Birthday & Zodiac

For those of you who were born on October 25th, your zodiac sign is Scorpio.

The Scorpio star sign belongs to the Water element of the zodiac, along with Cancer and Pisces. It’s the eighth sign of the zodiac and is represented by the scorpion.

People born in October all have the Pink Tourmaline birthstone. The beautiful pink color within the tourmaline is known to protect the bearer’s heart while also supporting the healing of their emotions.

People born on October 25 were likely conceived the same year on February 1.

A baby that is conceived on this day will be born around July 18, 2024.

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