Afonso II of Portugal
King of Portugal and organizer of the kingdom
Born
April 23rd, 1185
840 years ago
Died
1223
802 years ago — 38 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Portugal
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Ruled as King of Portugal from 1211 to 1223. Focused on consolidating royal authority and improving administrative structures. Known for issuing significant legal reforms and establishing the earliest known royal charters for towns. His reign faced challenges from his barons and external forces, leading to periods of conflict. In 1215, initiated the first Portuguese charter for city governance, promoting local autonomy. Attempts to strengthen the monarchy included military campaigns against the Moors in the south and the consolidation of territory in the region of the modern-day Algarve.
Issued early royal charters for towns
Consolidated royal authority in Portugal
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