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April 25 in History
This permanent archive page contains 235 World History Database records for April 25, spanning 1124 to 2022. Recorded topics include Coronation; Succession; Reballion of Rebels in Bere Castle.
Total: 235Events: 201Births: 10Deaths: 4Battles: 18Coronations: 2Countries: 34
Events on April 25
Reballion of Rebels in Bere Castle
Finally defeats the Welsh at Bere castle, Merionethshire
Siege of Orleans
Joan of Arc leaves for Orleans with an army & a large quantity of food supplies for the hungry city
Siege of Orleans
Joan of Arc leaves for Orleans with an army & a large quantity of food supplies for the hungry city
Arrest of George Neville
Edward IV has George Neville the Archbishop of York arrested
Arrest of Edmund Dudley
Empson & Dudley are scapegoats for the extortion of Henry VIIs ministers
Arrest of Richard Empson
Richard Empson & Edmund Dudley are scapegoats for Henry VIIs ministers extortion
Arrest of Richard Empson and Edmund Dudley
Empson & Dudley are scapegoats for the extortion of Henry VIIs ministers
Arrest of Richard Empson and Edmund Dudley
Richard Empson & Edmund Dudley are scapegoats for Henry VIIs ministers extortion
Declaration of War
Declares war on France
Evacuation of Boulogne
English forces evacuate Boulogne under the terms of the peace settlement with France.
Lords Support Immediate Supply
Arundel supports the Lords recommendation that the Commons grant money before debating grievances.
Levellers
Elizabeth Lilburne helps lead Leveller women petitioners demanding the release of imprisoned Leveller leaders and asserting that women also have an interest in the liberties of the Commonwealth
Civil War
Reaches Strath Oykel waiting to be joined by the Monroes & Rosses
Dissolution of Parliament
The republicans in Parliament allied with the army forced Richard Cromwell to dissolve Parliament
Dissolution of Parliament
The republicans in Parliament allied with the army forced Richard Cromwell to dissolve Parliament
Convention Parliament
Grimston is chosen Speaker as the Convention Parliament assembles to settle the Restoration.
Convention Parliament
Grimston serves as Speaker when the Convention Parliament assembles to settle the return of monarchy.
Convention Parliament
Monck's political settlement allows a new Parliament to meet with Lords and Commons.
Convention Parliament
Monck's pressure for a free Parliament helps make the Convention Parliament possible.
Convention Parliament Assembly
The Convention Parliament assembles to decide the constitutional settlement and the restoration terms.
Convention Parliament Election
The Convention Parliament is elected on the traditional franchise with Lords and Commons represented.
Election
Opening day of Parliament after a general election which returns a monarchist majority
Election
The Convention Parliament is elected and prepares to settle the return of monarchy.
Parliament
Opening day of Parliament after a general election which returns a monarchist majority
Restoration
Charles's restoration is now certain
Traditional Franchise
The Convention Parliament is chosen under the traditional county and borough franchise.
Sweden Joins Triple Alliance
Sweden joins England and the Dutch Republic in the Triple Alliance against French expansion.
Sweden Joins Triple Alliance
Sweden joins England and the Dutch Republic in the Triple Alliance against French expansion.
Billingsgate Market Committee
Is appointed to help prepare the Lords' reasons for insisting on their amendment to the Billingsgate Market bill.
Occupation of Valencia
After the victory at Almansa, Bourbon authority is strengthened in Valencia.
Invasion of Afghanistan
Kandahar is captured
Rio Grande Campaign
Taylor's army is drawn into war after fighting breaks out north of the Rio Grande
Thornton Affair
Arista's forces engage American troops in the clash that helps trigger formal war
Rebellion Losses Bill
Gives royal assent to the Rebellion Losses Bill despite violent opposition.
Construction of Suez Canal
Opens construction work at Port Said, beginning the excavation of the Suez Canal.
Construction of Suez Canal
Allows construction to begin at Port Said under the Suez Canal Company concession.
Port Said
Work starts on the shore of the future Port Said
Suez Canal
Work starts on the shore of the future Port Said. The excavation takes some 10 years using forced labor (corvee) of Egyptian workers, sources estimate that over 30,000 people were working on the canal at any given period, that more than 1.5 million people from various countries were employed, and that thousands of laborers died
Siege of Fredericia
The Danish army commanded by General Niels Christian Lunding, on direct order from the Minister of War, abandons Fredericia, which was besieged by Austrians
President of Venezuela
Appointed President of Venezuela
Capture of Hanoi Citadel
Seizes the Hanoi citadel with a small French force.
French Seizure of Hanoi
The action intensifies French intervention in northern Vietnam.
Blockade of Havana
The USA begins to blockade Havana
Declaration of War
Congress declares war against Spain
Havana Maritime Access Restricted
United States naval forces begin restricting shipping into Havana as hostilities intensify around Cuba.
Discovery of North Pole
Reaches latitude 86 34, setting a new record by surpassing Nansens result of 1895 by 35-40 kilometres
Relief of Wepener
Brabant's colonial troops take part in operations that relieve the besieged garrison at Wepener.
Relief of Wepener
Rundle advances toward Wepener and helps force De Wet to abandon the siege.
Third Congress
Leads Bolshevik delegates at the Third Congress in London.
Third Congress
Leads Bolshevik delegates at the Third Congress.
Late Crew Testimony Session
Takes separate evening testimony from Albert Haines, Samuel Hemming and Frank Evans concerning Titanic's evacuation.
Oceanic Steam Navigation Ownership Evidence
Explains to the Senate that the Oceanic Steam Navigation Company was the legal owner of Titanic.
Titanic Cost Evidence
States during Senate questioning that Titanic cost approximately one and a half million pounds.
Titanic Crew Examination Session
Takes testimony from six Titanic crew members during a separate part of the Senate investigation.
Titanic Crew Witness Session
Takes separate testimony from George Rowe, Alfred Olliver and Frank Osman during the Senate investigation.
Titanic Quartermaster Group Testimony
Takes group testimony from George Symons, George Hogg and Walter Perkis concerning Titanic's evacuation.
Titanic Seamen Witness Session
Examines Edward Wheelton, William Taylor, George Moore and Thomas Jones in a separate inquiry session.
Titanic Steward Witness Session
Questions John Hardy, William Ward, James Widgery and Edward Buley in a separate evening session.
Cat and Mouse Act
Introduces temporary release for hunger-striking prisoners in poor health.
Temporary Prisoner Discharge
Allows recovered prisoners to be returned to complete their sentences.
AE2 Dardanelles Passage Begun
Stoker takes submarine AE2 into the defended Dardanelles on the morning of the Allied landings.
AE2 Ordered to Disrupt Ottoman Reinforcements
Stoker receives instructions to enter the Sea of Marmara and attack Ottoman communications.
AE2 Reaches Sea of Marmara
Stoker succeeds in taking AE2 through the Dardanelles into the Sea of Marmara.
AE2 Signals Successful Passage to Fleet
Stoker reports that AE2 has passed the Narrows, encouraging Allied commanders during the first landing day.
ANZAC
Lands a force of Australians & New Zealanders subsequently know as ANZAC Cove
ANZAC
Celebrated as ANZAC day
Anzac Corps Lands North of Gaba Tepe
Birdwood's ANZAC Corps lands north of its intended objective and establishes a precarious beachhead.
Anzac Evacuation Rejected after Landing
Hamilton orders the Anzacs to hold their ground rather than abandon the beachhead on the first night.
Anzac Reinforcements Released from Ottoman Reserve
Esat releases additional troops to contain the ANZAC beachhead during the first day.
Cape Helles Landings Launched
Hamilton launches the main British landings on five beaches around Cape Helles.
Conkbayiri Heights Reached ahead of Anzacs
Mustafa Kemal reaches the high ground and commits reserves before the Anzacs can secure the crest.
Evacuation Advice Sent after First Day
Birdwood reports his divisional commanders' recommendation to evacuate after the confused first day ashore.
Fifty-Seventh Regiment Counterattack Ordered
Mustafa Kemal orders the 57th Regiment to counterattack the advancing ANZAC troops.
Fifty-Seventh Regiment Sent toward Chunuk Bair
Mustafa Kemal sends the 57th Regiment toward the heights after learning of the ANZAC landing.
First Australian Division Comes Ashore
Bridges lands with the 1st Australian Division and attempts to organise the scattered troops above ANZAC Cove.
First Brigade Directed toward Left Flank
MacLaurin's brigade moves into the left side of the expanding ANZAC perimeter.
Fourth Brigade Reinforces ANZAC Line
Monash brings the 4th Australian Brigade ashore and helps fill gaps in the developing ANZAC perimeter.
French Ships Support Kum Kale Landing
Guepratte's warships bombard Ottoman positions supporting the French diversion at Kum Kale.
Invasion Convoys Escorted to Gallipoli
De Robeck provides naval escort, bombardment and landing craft support for the invasion.
Kum Kale Diversion Launched
D'Amade directs the French diversionary landing on the Asian shore at Kum Kale.
Retreating Ottoman Troops Rallied
Mustafa Kemal rallies retreating Ottoman soldiers and orders them to hold the high ground above Anzac.
River Clyde Landing Crisis Managed
Hunter-Weston attempts to reinforce troops trapped around the River Clyde landing at V Beach.
Second Brigade Diverted to Right Flank
McCay's brigade is diverted toward the southern flank as the landing plan breaks down.
Second Ridge Delay Challenged
Bridges questions the halt on the second ridge while the original objectives remain beyond the ANZAC foothold.
Sedd el Bahr Defence Reinforced
Halil Sami reinforces Ottoman defenders resisting the British landings around Sedd el Bahr.
Third Brigade Lands before Dawn
Sinclair-MacLagan's brigade lands before dawn and begins securing the ridges above ANZAC Cove.
Third Corps Responds to Multiple Landings
Esat directs Ottoman reserves as Allied troops land at Helles and Anzac.
Third Ridge Advance Halted
Sinclair-MacLagan halts the covering force on the second ridge rather than pressing toward the third ridge.
V Beach Assault Directed
Hunter-Weston directs 29th Division operations as troops assault heavily defended V Beach at Sedd el Bahr.
V Beach Defenders Hold Landing Force
Sefik's regiment helps inflict severe losses on troops attempting to land at V Beach.
W Beach Assault Directed
Hunter-Weston's 29th Division lands at W Beach and fights to secure the Helles foothold.
Wellington Battalion Lands at Anzac
Malone brings the Wellington Battalion ashore and begins organising defensive positions within the ANZAC perimeter.
X Beach Landing Secured
Hunter-Weston's troops secure X Beach and begin expanding the northern side of the Helles perimeter.
Kemmel Offensive Pressed
German forces seize Kemmel Hill but fail to convert the gain into a decisive breakthrough in Flanders.
Second Kemmel Fighting Coordinated
Haig coordinates British and French resistance during renewed German attacks around Kemmel.
Invasion of Russia
Poland invades Russia
Mandate for Mesopotamia
Britain receives the Mesopotamia mandate after Ottoman defeat.
Mandate for Palestine
Britain receives the Palestine mandate at San Remo.
Mandate for Syria
France receives the Syria and Lebanon mandate.
Reballion of Rebels in Crimea
Last White army under Wrangel evacuates the Crimea
Reballion of Start of peasant
Start of peasant insurrection in Tambov
Rule of Crimea
Last White army under Wrangel evacuates the Crimea
Duca degli Abruzzi
Founds the Villaggio Duca degli Abruzzi, an agricultural settlement experimenting new cultivation techniques
1936 FA Cup Final Winning Goal
Scores the only goal as Arsenal defeat Sheffield United to win the FA Cup.
Anglo-Irish Agreement
Settles trade & financial questions, deprives the Royal Navy of Irish bases
Anglo-Irish Agreements
Concludes agreements with Britain resolving the economic dispute and providing for the return of the Treaty Ports.
Homage to Catalonia
Publishes Homage to Catalonia.
Third Roosevelt Letter
Sends another letter to Roosevelt concerning the need for effective action on uranium research.
Accession as King
Chosen as king after the death of Sisowath Monivong
Mercury
Hitler issues a directive to capture Crete
Commander of 91st Air Land Division
Appointed Commander of the 91st Air Landing Division
Alliance Soviet and United States forces
Konevs units make contact with Omar Bradleys Twelfth Army
Luftwaffe
Hitler summons Field Marshall Robert Ritter von Greim from Munich to Berlin to take over command of the Luftwaffe from Goering
Luftwaffe
Hitler summons Greim to Berlin to take command of the Luftwaffe from Goering
Luftwaffe
Hitler summons Field Marshall Robert Ritter von Greim from Munich to Berlin to take over command of the Luftwaffe from Goering
Mobilization
The US & Soviet troops meet Leckwitz & Torgau on the River Elbe
Result of Surrender of Heinrich Himmler's Proposed Peace Negotiation
Himmler's approach reveals fragmentation inside the Nazi leadership but does not produce a separate peace.
Surrender of Heinrich Himmler's Proposed Peace Negotiation
Informed Heinrich Himmler wishes to open his own peace negotiations with the Allies
Witness Testimony at Nuremberg
Gisevius testified as a defence witness about opposition circles and the Nazi leadership.
Komsomol
Appointed 2nd Secretary of the Komsomol Krai Committee
Second Secretary
Appointed 2nd Secretary of the Komsomol Krai Committee
Saint Lawrence Seaway Opens
The Saint Lawrence Seaway opens to navigation, completing a major United States-Canadian infrastructure project backed by Eisenhower.
Exile of Raul Salan
Goes into exile after the collapse of the third Algiers rebellion
End of Second to Fourth Eyskens Governments
The Second to Fourth Eyskens Governments ends in Brussels, concluding this period as Prime Minister of Belgium.
Theo Lefevre Government
Begins the Theo Lefevre Government in Brussels and serves as Prime Minister of Belgium.
Regional Diplomacy
Al-Khasawneh participates in regional diplomacy connected with Jordanian political and historical developments.
Referendum
In a broadcast to the French nation says he will resign if the Government is defeated
Apollo 16 Deep-Space EVA
Performs an EVA during the return flight to retrieve film from the service module scientific instrument bay.
Suicide
Suicide note reads, "Dear World, I am leaving because I am bored. I feel I have lived long enough. I am leaving you with your worries in this sweet cesspool. Good luck."
Agnew Watergate Call
Records a call from Vice President Spiro Agnew concerning how to respond publicly to Watergate as pressure on the administration continues.
White House Tape 038-150
H. R. Haldeman appears with Richard Nixon in the 17-minute White House recording numbered 038-150; the Watergate Special Prosecution Force later included the recording in its transcript collection.
White House Tape 038-150
Richard Nixon appears with H. R. Haldeman in the 17-minute White House recording numbered 038-150; the Watergate Special Prosecution Force later included the recording in its transcript collection.
White House Tape 038-151
John Ehrlichman appears with Richard Nixon in the 2-minute White House recording numbered 038-151; the Watergate Special Prosecution Force later included the recording in its transcript collection.
White House Tape 038-151
Richard Nixon appears with John Ehrlichman in the 2-minute White House recording numbered 038-151; the Watergate Special Prosecution Force later included the recording in its transcript collection.
White House Tape 038-154
John Ehrlichman appears with Richard Nixon in the 14-minute White House recording numbered 038-154; the Watergate Special Prosecution Force later included the recording in its transcript collection.
White House Tape 038-154
Richard Nixon appears with John Ehrlichman in the 14-minute White House recording numbered 038-154; the Watergate Special Prosecution Force later included the recording in its transcript collection.
White House Tape 038-156
H. R. Haldeman appears with Richard Nixon in the 8-minute White House recording numbered 038-156; the Watergate Special Prosecution Force later included the recording in its transcript collection.
White House Tape 038-156
Richard Nixon appears with H. R. Haldeman in the 8-minute White House recording numbered 038-156; the Watergate Special Prosecution Force later included the recording in its transcript collection.
White House Tape 430-004
John Ehrlichman appears with Richard Nixon and H. R. Haldeman in the 150-minute White House recording numbered 430-004; the Watergate Special Prosecution Force later included the recording in its transcript collection.
White House Tape 430-004
H. R. Haldeman appears with Richard Nixon and John Ehrlichman in the 150-minute White House recording numbered 430-004; the Watergate Special Prosecution Force later included the recording in its transcript collection.
White House Tape 430-004
Richard Nixon appears with H. R. Haldeman and John Ehrlichman in the 150-minute White House recording numbered 430-004; the Watergate Special Prosecution Force later included the recording in its transcript collection.
White House Tape 430-022
H. R. Haldeman appears with Richard Nixon in the 42-minute White House recording numbered 430-022; the Watergate Special Prosecution Force later included the recording in its transcript collection.
White House Tape 430-022
Richard Nixon appears with H. R. Haldeman in the 42-minute White House recording numbered 430-022; the Watergate Special Prosecution Force later included the recording in its transcript collection.
End of Edmond Leburton Government
The Edmond Leburton Government ends in Brussels, concluding this period as Prime Minister of Belgium.
Leo Tindemans Government
Begins the Leo Tindemans Government in Brussels and serves as Prime Minister of Belgium.
Establishment of DK
Democratic Kampuchea declared under Angkar leadership
Soap Opera
The Kinks release Soap Opera.
Watergate
Hunt eventually spent 33 months in prison at the low-security Federal Prison Camp at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, on a conspiracy charge, arriving there on April 25, 1975
Watergate
Hunt eventually spent 33 months in prison at the low-security Federal Prison Camp at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, on a conspiracy charge, arriving there on April 25, 1975.
Watergate
Hunt eventually spent 33 months in prison at the low-security Federal Prison Camp at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, on a conspiracy charge, arriving there on April 25, 1975.
Watergate Imprisonment
Arrives at the federal prison camp at Eglin Air Force Base to serve imprisonment arising from his Watergate conspiracy conviction.
Heaven and Hell
Sings on Heaven and Hell, restoring Black Sabbath's commercial and critical momentum.
Heaven and Hell
Leads the renewed Black Sabbath sound on Heaven and Hell with Ronnie James Dio.
ARA Santa Fe Attack
Serves in the Wessex crew whose depth-charge attack severely damages the Argentine submarine ARA Santa Fe.
ARA Santa Fe Attack
Pilots the Wessex during the attack that helps disable ARA Santa Fe near South Georgia.
Camp David Agreement
In accordance with Camp David agreements, Israel completes the Sinai withdrawal
Camp David Agreement
Ariel Sharon, as defense minister, directs the dismantling of Israeli settlements in the Sinai Peninsula
Capture of South Georgia
Announces the recovery of South Georgia.
Capture of South Georgia
South Georgia is recaptured from the Argentinians
Capture of South Georgia
South Georgia recaptured by Royal Marines - Thatcher tells Britain to "rejoice"
Invasion of Falklands
South Georgia is recaptured & the nation is told to "rejoice!"
Operation Paraquet
After a short forced march by the British force ordered by Sheridan, the Argentine forces surrendered without resistance, Prime Minister Thatcher breaks the news to the media, telling them to "Just rejoice at that news!"
Operation Paraquet
Leads British forces as South Georgia is retaken.
Return of Sinai
Receives most remaining occupied Sinai territory after Israel completes its scheduled withdrawal.
Rule of Sinai
In accordance with Camp David agreements, Israel completes the Sinai withdrawal
Rule of Sinai
Ariel Sharon, as defense minister, directs the dismantling of Israeli settlements in the Sinai Peninsula
South Georgia Air Support
Continues helicopter operations supporting British forces during the recapture of South Georgia.
Siachen Armed Clash
Pakistani and Indian troops clash on the Siachen front after both sides establish positions in the high mountains.
Dyatlov Grid Delay Response
Remains responsible for the planned Unit 4 shutdown after grid dispatchers delay further power reduction during the afternoon of 25 April.
Dyatlov Grid Delay Response
Remains responsible for the planned Unit 4 shutdown after grid dispatchers delay further power reduction during the afternoon of 25 April.
Dyatlov Night Shift Test Briefing
Reviews the remaining test work with outgoing supervisor Yuri Tregub and incoming supervisor Alexander Akimov before the final shutdown sequence.
Dyatlov Night Shift Test Briefing
Reviews the remaining test work with outgoing supervisor Yuri Tregub and incoming supervisor Alexander Akimov before the final shutdown sequence.
Dyatlov Returns for Resumed Shutdown
Returns to Unit 4 late on 25 April after being informed that the delayed reactor power reduction can resume.
Dyatlov Returns for Resumed Shutdown
Returns to Unit 4 late on 25 April after being informed that the delayed reactor power reduction can resume.
Dyatlov Test Supervision Begins
Supervises preparations for the Unit 4 turbine rundown test during the planned reactor shutdown.
Fomin Continued Unit Operation Permission
Permits Unit 4 to continue operating at reduced power while preparations for the planned test and maintenance shutdown continue.
Assassination of Maurice Neave
Killed with his wife by an IRA bomb
IRA
Killed with his wife by an IRA bomb
Rettig Commission
Creates the National Commission for Truth and Reconciliation to investigate deaths and disappearances.
April Confidence Referendum
Wins a nationwide referendum vote of confidence in his presidency and reform programme.
Speech
Taunts Prime Minister John Major at PMQs saying I lead my party he follows his
United States Ratifies Chemical Weapons Convention
Ratifies the Chemical Weapons Convention for the United States after Senate consent.
Constituent Referendum
Voters approved holding elections for a national constituent assembly.
Invincibles Premier League Title
Clinches the Premier League title at Tottenham during Arsenal's unbeaten 2003-04 league campaign.
End of Gross Government
The Gross Government ends in Prague, concluding this term as Prime Minister of Czech Republic.
Paroubek Government
Begins the Paroubek Government in Prague and serves as Prime Minister of Czech Republic.
Treaty of Accession
Represents Romania's state leadership when the EU accession treaty is concluded in Luxembourg.
Treaty of Accession
Represents Bulgarian foreign policy as the country's EU accession treaty is signed.
Treaty of Accession
Leads Bulgaria when its Treaty of Accession to the European Union is signed in Luxembourg.
Treaty of Accession
Heads Romania's government when the accession treaty providing for 2007 membership is signed.
Champions League Semi-Final Penalty Save
Saves Juan Roman Riquelme's late penalty to send Arsenal into their first Champions League final.
We Shall Overcome
Releases We Shall Overcome The Seeger Sessions, interpreting songs associated with Pete Seeger.
State Funeral
Receives a state funeral in Moscow attended by Russian leaders and foreign dignitaries.
Acting Prime Minister Takes Office
Iurie Leanca becomes acting Prime Minister after Filat leaves office
Premiership Ends
Filat leaves office after a government crisis
Brexit
Gives a speech supporting remaining in the European Union.
Saudi Vision 2030
Presents the national programme for economic and social transformation.
Saudi Vision 2030
Chairs the cabinet session approving Saudi Vision 2030.
2020 Campaign Announcement
Announces his 2020 presidential campaign.
Chornobyl Nuclear Assistance Mission
Leads an IAEA assistance mission to restore safeguards systems and assess safety and security at Chornobyl.
Births on April 25
Birth of Edward II
Birth of Edward II, Caernarvon Castle, 4th son of Edward I & Eleanor of Castille
Birth of Edward II
Birth of Edward II, Caernarvon Castle, 4th son of Edward I & Eleanor of Castille
Birth of Edward II
Birth of Edward II, Caernarvon Castle, 4th son of Edward I & Eleanor of Castille
Birth of Roger Mortimer
Birth of Roger Mortimer, 1st Earl of March, grandson of Roger Mortimer, 1st Baron Mortimer, was born at Wigmore Castle, Herefordshire, England, the firstborn of Edmund Mortimer, 2nd Baron Mortimer and his wife, Margaret de Fiennes
Birth of Oliver Cromwell
Birth of Oliver Cromwell
Birth of Marc Isambard Brunel
Marc Isambard Brunel is born at Hacqueville in Normandy to Jean Charles Brunel and Marie-Victoire Lefebvre.
Birth of Abdulmecid I
Birth of Abdulmecid I, son of Sultan Mahmud II
Birth of Alice
Birth of Alice, 2nd child of Queen Victoria & Prince Albert
Birth of Alice
Birth of Alice, 2nd child of Queen Victoria & Prince Albert
Birth of Alfredo James Al Pacino
Birth of Alfredo James "Al" Pacino
Deaths on April 25
Death of Thomas Netherlands, The
Death of Thomas Holland, 2nd Earl of Kent, 3rd Baron Holland
Death of George Henry Sanders
Suicide note reads, "Dear World, I am leaving because I am bored. I feel I have lived long enough. I am leaving you with your worries in this sweet cesspool. Good luck.". Death of George Henry Sanders
Death of Maurice Neave
Killed with his wife by an IRA bomb
Death of Alan James Ball
Death of Alan James Ball Jr
Battles on April 25
Battle of Hedgley Moor
Somerset has to escape from the rout
Battle of Hedgley Moor
Montagu is attacked by Somerset & Percy but inflicts a rout on them
Battle of Hedgley Moor
Defeated & killed by Lord Montague, Warwicks brother
Battle of Almansa
Berwick commands Bourbon forces in the decisive victory at Almansa.
Battle of Almansa
The Duke of Berwick commands Bourbon forces in the decisive victory over the Grand Alliance near Almansa.
Battle of Almansa
Is defeated by Bourbon forces at Almansa.
Battle of Almansa
Bourbon forces win a major victory at Almansa during the Spanish campaign.
Battle of Almanza
A Bourbon victory
Battle of ANZAC Cove
Commands the resistence to Allied landings at "Anzac Cove" near Gaba Tepe
Battle of Gallipoli
Lands a force of Australians & New Zealanders subsequently know as ANZAC Cove
Battle of Gallipoli
With the failure of the naval assault, the idea that land forces could advance around the backs of the Dardanelles forts and capture Istanbul gained support as an alternative, on 25 April, the Gallipoli Campaign is launched
Battle of Gallipoli
Commands the 1st troop landings on Gallipoli with the 29th Div & Australian & NZ corps
Battle of Gallipoli
Responsible for the Gallipoli front by leading the Mediterranean expeditionary force. Expects a 2 day advantage in which the Turks would be confused but is dissappointed. Celebrated as ANZAC day
Battle of Gratangen
Bockman's battalion suffers heavy losses after German troops counterattack the Norwegian advance at Gratangen.
Battle of Halfaya Pass
The British are driven out of Halfaya Pass
Battle of Berlin
Hitler summons Field Marshall Robert Ritter von Greim from Munich to Berlin to take over command of the Luftwaffe from Goering
Battle of Berlin
The Soviets had consolidated their investment of Berlin and leading Soviet units were probing and penetrating the S-Bahn defensive ring. Hitler summons Field Marshall Robert Ritter von Greim from Munich to Berlin to take over command of the Luftwaffe from Goering
Battle of Berlin
The US & Russian troops meet at the River Elbe
Coronations on April 25
Coronation
Crowned King of Scotland
Coronation
Casimir III is crowned King of Poland