The history of the portuguese crown commissioned in Rio de Janeiro
10/13/2023Categories: Colonial

The history of the portuguese crown commissioned in Rio de Janeiro

The Portuguese court was already in Rio de Janeiro, having fled from the Napoleonic troops, with Queen Maria passing away on March 20, 1816, and the Prince Regent, João VI, becoming the king. Unlike previous kings, who had been crowned shortly after the death of their predecessor, João VI chose to wait a year for his coronation ceremony.

The history of the portuguese crown commissioned in Rio de Janeiro

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