Crusaders and Portuguese Take Lisbon
On October 25, 1147, Portuguese and crusader forces took Lisbon from its Muslim ruler after a long siege, shaping early Portugal.
Henry V Crushes the French at Agincourt
Henry V beat a much larger French force at Agincourt on October 25, 1415. English longbowmen decided the battle in the Hundred Years' War.
George III Becomes King of Britain
George III became king of Britain on October 25, 1760, at age twenty-two, after the death of his grandfather George II.
The Charge of the Light Brigade at Balaclava
At Balaclava on October 25, 1854, a confused order sent the British Light Brigade into Russian cannon. The charge became legend.
The Battle of Wuhan Ends
On October 25, 1938, Chinese forces withdrew from Wuhan, ending a four and a half month battle and beginning a long stalemate in the war with Japan.
China Resumes Sovereignty Over Taiwan
On October 25, 1945, Japan surrendered its forces in Taiwan to China, ending fifty years of colonial rule and returning the island to Chinese sovereignty.
The Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region Is Established
On October 25, 1958, the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region was established in north west China, with Yinchuan as its capital.
The United Nations Restores China's Seat
On October 25, 1971, the UN General Assembly restored the People's Republic of China's seat by Resolution 2758, removing the Taipei representatives.
The IOC Restores China's Seat
On October 25, 1979, the International Olympic Committee adopted the Nagoya resolution, restoring the People's Republic of China's seat.