November 25

Wednesday 25, 1992:

The Czechoslovakia Federal Assembly votes to split the country into the Czech Republic and Slovakia starting on January 1, 1993.

Sunday 25, 1973:

Greek President George Papadopoulos is ousted in military coup led by Lieutenant General Phaidon Gizikis.

Tuesday 25, 1783:

American Revolutionary War: The last British troops leave New York City three months after the signing of the Treaty of Paris.

Saturday 25, 1758:

French and Indian War: British forces capture Fort Duquesne from French control.

Wednesday 25, 1542:

Battle of Solway Moss. An English army invades Scotland and defeats a Scottish army.

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