Historical Events
- Battle of Verdun: German troops conquer Fort Douaumont without firing a shot, the largest and highest fort defending the city of Verdun during World War I
Famous Birthdays
- Ralph Baldwin, Canadian harness driver and trainer (11 major world records; Hambletonian Stakes 1963, 73), born in Lloydminster, Saskatchewan (d. 1982)
- Reinhard Bendix, German sociologist (d. 1991)
1916 Highlights
About February 25, 1916
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 107 years and 7 months
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Pisces
