May 25 in History
What happened on May 25 in history?
A chronological timetable of historical events that occurred on may 25 in history. Historical facts of the day in the areas of military, politics, science, music, sports, arts, entertainment and more. Discover what happened on may 25 in history.
?>1953
The first atomic cannon is fired in Nevada.
1946
Jordan gains independence from Britain.
1935
Jesse Owens sets six world records in less than an hour in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
1925
John Scopes is indicted for teaching Darwinian theory in school.
1914
The British House of Commons passes Irish Home Rule.
1911
Porfirio Diaz, President of Mexico, resigns his office.
1851
Jose Justo de Urquiza of Argentina leads a rebellion against Juan Manuel de Rosas, his former ally.
1810
Argentina declares independence from Napoleonic Spain.
1787
The Constitutional convention opens at Philadelphia with George Washington presiding.
1085
Alfonso VI takes Toledo, Spain from the Muslims.