1776⚡ Event
Washington crosses the Delaware
General George Washington leads the Continental Army across the Delaware River for a surprise attack on Hessian forces at Trenton.
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What Happened on December 25?
Discover 5 historical moments on December 25 — 2 events, 2 birthdays, and 1 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Hero image inspired by: George Washington's crossing of the Delaware River
Historical Events on December 25(2)
1991⚡ Event
Dissolution of the Soviet Union
Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev resigns, and the Soviet Union is formally dissolved, ending the Cold War.
politics
Famous Birthdays on December 25(2)
1642🎂 Birth
Isaac Newton born
English mathematician and physicist Isaac Newton is born in Woolsthorpe. His work lays the foundations of classical mechanics.
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1899🎂 Birth
Humphrey Bogart born
American actor Humphrey Bogart is born in New York City. He becomes one of Hollywood's greatest leading men.
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Notable Deaths on December 25(1)
1983🕊️ Death
Joan Miró dies
Spanish painter and sculptor Joan Miró dies in Palma, Majorca at age 90.
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December 25 in History
December 25 is home to 5 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 2 notable events, 2 famous birthdays, and 1 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 1776 to the present day.
Major Events on December 25
Among the most notable events on December 25: Washington crosses the Delaware (1776), Dissolution of the Soviet Union (1991). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on December 25
Notable figures born on December 25 include Isaac Newton, Humphrey Bogart. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on December 25
Remembered figures who died on December 25 include Joan Miró. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on December 25?
- December 25 is home to 5 recorded historical entries, including 2 notable events, 2 famous birthdays, and 1 notable deaths.
- What is the most notable event on December 25?
- One of the most notable events on December 25 is: Washington crosses the Delaware.
- Who was born on December 25?
- Famous figures born on December 25 include Isaac Newton, Humphrey Bogart.
- How many historical events happened on December 25?
- Our collection records 2 historical events on December 25, spanning centuries of world history.
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