Restoration of independence - 1640 December 1st, in Portugal

1. 1640 December 1st
in Portugal

2. This date recalls the action of Portuguese nobles, who on December 1st, 1640, invaded the Royal Palace
and acclaimed D. João, Duke of Bragança, as king of Portugal.
The Restoration of Independence was the culmination of a period of great discontent on the part of the
Portuguese population that was not satisfied with the Iberian union between Portugal and Spain.
The Iberian union caused problems to the Portuguese population, with taxes overload and Portugal's
involvement in the conflicts in Spain.
With the death of the young D. Sebastião in the battle of Alcácer-Quibir, Portugal faced a problem of
succession.
After the failure of Cardinal D. Henrique in the control of the monarchy, Portugal was governed by three
kings, three D. Philip of Spain, for 60 years, period that was known by Filipino Domain.
O Duque de Bragança foi aclamado Rei de Portugal,
com o título de D. João IV

3. 1640 December 1st