Historical Events tagged with "pedro I"
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Politics & Government
Pedro I of Brazil becomes Emperor
October 12th, 1822 202 years ago
Pedro I was proclaimed Emperor of Brazil following a series of political events that led to the country's independence from Portugal. After a period of tension between Brazilian nationalists and Portuguese loyalists, Pedro I officially declared Brazil's independence in September 1822. The formal declaration of his emperorship followed on October 12, marking the transition from a struggle for autonomy to a constitutional monarchy with Pedro at its helm. This move was pivotal in solidifying Brazil's national identity.
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