1. On November 25, 1783, the last British troops left New York City, officially ending the Revolutionary War. This was a major triumph for Virginia and the other colonies that had fought for their independence.

2. On November 25, 1863, Union and Confederate troops clashed in the Battle of Missionary Ridge, one of the largest battles of the American Civil War. Virginia played a major role in the Civil War, and this battle was a key moment in the conflict.

3. On November 25, 1936, legendary football coach Frank Beamer was born in Mount Airy, Virginia. Beamer went on to become one of the most successful coaches in college football history, leading the Virginia Tech Hokies to more than 230 wins and a national championship appearance.

4. On November 25, 1973, the Virginia Squires played their first game in the National Basketball Association (NBA). The Squires were one of the founding members of the American Basketball Association (ABA) and played in the league from 1970 to 1976.

5. On November 25, 2003, Virginia Governor Mark Warner unveiled a plan to reform the state's tax system, including a proposal to raise taxes on cigarettes and other tobacco products. The plan was controversial, but ultimately passed and helped to balance the state's budget.