1980⚡ Event
Suriname coup d'état
The first prime minister of independent Suriname, Henck Arron, was deposed in a military coup led by Dési Bouterse.
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What Happened on February 25?
Discover 15 historical moments on February 25 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Hero image inspired by: Henck Arron
Historical Events on February 25(5)
1986⚡ Event
People Power Revolution ousts Ferdinand Marcos
Philippine dictator Ferdinand Marcos and his wife Imelda were ousted from power by the non-violent People Power Revolution. Corazon Aquino succeeded as president.
politics
1994⚡ Event
Hebron massacre
Israeli physician Baruch Goldstein opened fire on Palestinian Muslims praying at the Cave of the Patriarchs, killing 29 and wounding 125.
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2009⚡ Event
Bangladesh Rifles mutiny
Members of the Bangladesh Rifles began a mutiny at their headquarters in Pilkhana, resulting in 82 deaths.
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2020⚡ Event
Gui Minhai sentenced
Hong Kong-based writer and publisher Gui Minhai was sentenced to ten years' imprisonment for intelligence violations.
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Famous Birthdays on February 25(5)
Notable Deaths on February 25(5)
2023🕊️ Death
Gordon Pinsent
Canadian actor, director, and screenwriter Gordon Pinsent died. He was born in 1930.
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2025🕊️ Death
Henry Kelly
Henry Kelly was an Irish radio and television broadcaster, actor and journalist.
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2025🕊️ Death
Roberto Orci
Roberto Orci was a Mexican-American screenwriter and producer.
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February 25 in History
February 25 is home to 15 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 1980 to the present day.
Major Events on February 25
Among the most notable events on February 25: Suriname coup d'état (1980), People Power Revolution ousts Ferdinand Marcos (1986), Hebron massacre (1994). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on February 25
Notable figures born on February 25 include Bo Nix, Vernon Carey Jr., Brandin Podziemski. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on February 25
Remembered figures who died on February 25 include Farrah Forke, Gordon Pinsent, Henry Kelly. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on February 25?
- February 25 is home to 15 recorded historical entries, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 notable deaths.
- What is the most notable event on February 25?
- One of the most notable events on February 25 is: Suriname coup d'état.
- Who was born on February 25?
- Famous figures born on February 25 include Bo Nix, Vernon Carey Jr., Brandin Podziemski.
- How many historical events happened on February 25?
- Our collection records 5 historical events on February 25, spanning centuries of world history.
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