August 25

Thursday 25, 1988:

The historical center of Lisbon is destroyed by a fire.

Tuesday 25, 1942:

World War II: Battle of Milne Bay, Papua New Guinea

Tuesday 25, 1835:

The New York Sun perpetrates the Great Moon Hoax.

Tuesday 25, 1609:

Galileo Galilei demonstrates his first telescope to Venetian lawmakers.

Wednesday 25, 1537:

The Honourable Artillery Company, the oldest surviving regiment in the British Army, and the second most senior, is formed.

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