Revolution begins in Portugal

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Litencyc Editors (Independent Scholar - Europe)
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Beginning in Oporto and spreading to Lisbon, the revolt was caused by discontent at King John VI living in Brazil and at the Regency under English influence; the leaders demand a constitution

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Citation: Editors, Litencyc. "Revolution begins in Portugal". The Literary Encyclopedia. First published 01 March 2010 [https://www.litencyc.com/php/stopics.php?rec=true&UID=13836, accessed 19 April 2024.]

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