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Pedro I of Brazil

abdicated 1831 · 19th century · Also known as Pedro I, Emperor Pedro I

Pedro I was the founder and first emperor of Brazil, a prince of the Portuguese royal house who proclaimed Brazilian independence on 7 September 1822. His reign was turbulent, marked by regional revolts and tension with the Brazilian-born elite. He abdicated in 1831 in favour of his young son Pedro II and returned to Portugal.

Pedro I of Brazil
Image: Simplício Rodrigues de Sá · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons

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Brazilian EmpireFoundation, MilitaryPortuguese EmpireDecline

Mentioned in 1 state history

Confederation of the Equator

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