1. In 1719, the city of New Orleans was founded by the French explorer Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville on August 25th. The city grew to become a major center for trade, culture, and music, and is now considered one of the most unique and vibrant cities in the United States.

2. On August 25, 1814, during the War of 1812, the Battle of New Orleans took place. The American forces led by General Andrew Jackson defeated the British, marking a decisive victory for the United States.

3. On August 25, 1916, the Louisiana State Capitol building in Baton Rouge was completed. At 450 feet tall, it remains the tallest capitol building in the United States and is a popular tourist attraction.

4. August 25, 1958, marked the opening of the first class of students at Louisiana State University School of Medicine, which has since become one of the most respected medical schools in the country.

5. In 2005, Hurricane Katrina made landfall in Louisiana on August 25th, causing widespread devastation and loss of life. The storm and subsequent flooding were one of the worst natural disasters in American history and had a profound impact on the state and the entire Gulf Coast region.