Historical Events tagged with "afonso costa"
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Politics & Government
The May 14 Revolt Unfolds in Lisbon
May 14th, 1915 109 years ago
In Lisbon, Portugal, various military factions rose against the government amidst political instability. This uprising was fueled by dissatisfaction with the Prime Minister, Afonso Costa, and growing public unrest. Soldiers, unhappy with pay and conditions, took to the streets demanding change. The revolt saw some violence, but ultimately was short-lived, demonstrating the fragility of the Portuguese government during this turbulent period.
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