Luís of Portugal
Duke of Beja
Born
March 3rd, 1506
519 years ago
Died
1555
470 years ago — 49 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Portugal
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Born in 1506, held the title of Duke of Beja. Served as a military commander during the Portuguese expansion in the 16th century. Significant involvement in the defense and governance of Portuguese territories, especially in strategies concerning the Occupation of North Africa. Engaged in various royal duties and played a role in the court politics of his time.
Commanded military campaigns in North Africa
Governed Portuguese territories during expansion
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