Discover 15 historical moments on November 25 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
Hero image inspired by: Diego Maradona
After failing to instigate a military coup to restore the powers of the Emperor of Japan, author Yukio Mishima and a member of his militia committed ritual suicide. This event is known as the Mishima Incident.
Upon Suriname's independence from the Netherlands, Johan Ferrier became its first president. He served in this role from 1975 to 1980.
A group of Conservative Members of Parliament wrote a letter outlining their opposition to Margaret Thatcher's economic policy. This led to speculation over a potential split from the party.
Band Aid, a supergroup of British and Irish pop musicians, recorded the song "Do They Know It's Christmas?". The song was intended to raise money for famine relief in Ethiopia.
English-Irish boy band One Direction released their third studio album Midnight Memories. It debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and became the best-selling album of 2013.
English motorcycle racer Danny Kent was born. He is a former Grand Prix motorcycle racing World Champion.
American basketball player Dennis Smith Jr. was born. He plays as a point guard.
American basketball player Talen Horton-Tucker was born. He plays as a shooting guard and small forward.
Slovenian tennis player Kaja Juvan was born. She has won multiple WTA Tour doubles titles.
Spanish footballer Pedri was born. He is known for his play as a central midfielder.
Diego Maradona, an Argentinian football player, died. He was born in 1960.
Terry Venables, an English football player and manager, died. He was born in 1943.
Hal Lindsey, an American evangelist and Christian writer, died. He was born in 1929.
Bernardo Álvarez Afonso, a Spanish Roman Catholic bishop, died. He was born in 1949.
November 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 1970 to the present day.
Among the most notable events on November 25: Yukio Mishima commits ritual suicide (1970), Johan Ferrier becomes first president of Suriname (1975), Conservative MPs oppose Thatcher's economic policy (1981). View all events →
Notable figures born on November 25 include Danny Kent, Dennis Smith Jr., Talen Horton-Tucker. View all birthdays →
Remembered figures who died on November 25 include Diego Maradona, Terry Venables, Earl Holliman. View all →
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