Famous Birthdays
- François Pauwels, Dutch writer and attorney, born in Amsterdam (d. 1966)
- Nils Dardel, Swedish post-impressionist painter, born in Bettna, Södermanland, Sweden (d. 1943)
Richard E. Byrd (1888-1957)
American aviator and polar explorer (1st to reach both the North Pole and South Pole by air - disputed), born in Winchester, Virginia
About October 25, 1888
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 135 years, 6 months and 11 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Scorpio
