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home search help worldguide ... Postcards Portugal History Portugal's history goes back to the Celts, who settled the Iberian Peninsula around 700 BC. The region soon attracted a succession of peoples and was colonised by the Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans and Visigoths. In the 8th century, the Moors crossed the Strait of Gibraltar and commenced a long occupation that introduced their culture, architecture and agricultural techniques to Portugal. But resistance to the Moors grew and they were finally ejected during the 13th century. In the 15th century, Portugal entered a phase of overseas expansion due to the efforts of Prince Henry the Navigator. Mariners set off to discover new trade routes and helped create an enormous empire that, at its peak, extended to India, the Far East, Brazil and Africa. This period marked the apogee of Portuguese power and wealth, but it faded towards the end of the 16th century when Spain's Felipe II claimed the throne. Although Spanish rule lasted only a few decades, the momentum of the empire declined over the following centuries. At the close of the 18th century, Napoleon sent expeditionary forces to invade Portugal but they were forced back by the troops of the Anglo-Portuguese alliance.

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Country Ranks Introduction History Geography People Government Gov. Leaders ... [TOP] Portugal History Index http://workmall.com/wfb2001/portugal/portugal_history_index.html Source: The Library of Congress Country Studies History Introduction Historical Setting ORIGINS OF PORTUGAL Early Inhabitants ... The Social State NOTE: The information regarding Portugal on this page is re-published from The Library of Congress Country Studies. No claims are made regarding the accuracy of Portugal History information contained here. All suggestions for corrections of any errors about Portugal History should be addressed to the Library of Congress. Please put this page in your BOOKMARKS - - - - - Enter your e-mail address to receive e-mail when this web site is updated. Your Internet e-mail address: http://workmall.com/wfb2001/portugal/portugal_history_index.html Revised 04-Jul-02 Photius Coutsoukis

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BACK TO THE FRONT PAGE BASIC INFO. ECONOMY GEOGRAPHY BACK TO THE FRONT PAGE BASIC INFO. ECONOMY GEOGRAPHY ... PORTUGAL Portugal's independence dates back to the 12th century, although its tribal roots extend back beyond Roman times. The borders of Portugal as they are today were already in place by 1267. The Spanish monarchy managed to retain its independence into the 20th century (except for a 60-year period when the country was ruled by the Spanish Habsburgs. A nation with a deep connection to the sea, Portugal attained an empire for itself thanks to the exploits of its explorers. Regions under the control of Portugal included the Azores, the west African coast, parts of southern Asia, Brazil. What checked the Portuguese empire was the rise of two other great powers: the Netherlands and Spain. In 1910, the Kingdom of Portugal took the then-unusual step of becoming a republic. But changing the political status of the country has some devastating consequences: a succession of 8 presidents, 44 governments, and a reeling economy. The military responded with a takeover and the ensuing dictatorship endured for decades. Antonio Salazar, the civilian dictator chosen by the military, ruled Portugal with little leniency but with enough skill to keep his country out of World War II as a neutral country, although he supported Britain. Post-war, Portugal joined NATO and helped found the European Free Trade Association. But strains were felt in the mother country when Portugal's last colonies Portugal, Mozambique and Guinea began nationalist agitation and full-fledged revolt against it. Salazar's passing was hastened by the wars and political turmoil. Between 1974 and 1987, there were 16 governments formed. Under a Socialist constitution adopted in 1976, Portugal attempted to create economic changes to such a degree that a recession resulted. In the 1980s, attempts made to annul some of those 1970s changes (like the nationalizations of certain large industries and banks, for example) were blocked. From the mid-1980s to the early 1990s, Portugal has managed to make economic progress such that it no longer held the dubious distinction of being the poorest country in Europe.

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dateString = 1111235339; FORBES' #1 ADVENTURE TRAVEL SITE 4 YEARS IN A ROW TIME MAGAZINE TOP 50 Your experts in adventure and experiential travel Keyword Search: Home Trip Finder Destination Guides Join / Sign-in ... Portugal History E-mail this page Portugal Travel Travel and Trips Portugal Overview The Essentials Where to Go ... Health and Vaccinations Monthly Newsletter Sign-up for monthly travel specials Save up to 50% Privacy Statement Popular Trips to Portugal Lisbon Cascais Algarve Portugal History Outsiders have flocked to Portugal's shores before - to invade it. The territory - once known as Lusitania - was occupied by Phoenicians, Romans, Moors and Celts, among others. And the Portuguese learned a lesson from those who conquered them: From 1400 to 1600, they themselves were a major colonial power, developing territories in South America, Africa, India and Asia. That 200-year era has come to be known as Portugal's Golden Age. Portugal only relinquished the last of those colonies in 1975. The Golden Age ended in a series of costly wars with Spain. The Portuguese monarchy gradually lost the respect of its citizens, who ousted the last king in 1910. After two decades of turmoil, Dr. Antonio de Oliveira Salazar emerged as Portugal's unquestioned leader. Salazar, who ruled as Prime Minister for more than 35 years, isolated Portugal from the rest of Europe and clung to power through a brutal police force that censored virtually anyone who opposed him.

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Country Info Portugal Introduction Portugal General Data Portugal Maps Portugal Culture ... Portugal Time and Date Portugal History Back to Top The History of Portugal can be divided into seven broad periods. The first begins in the Paleolithic period and extends to the formation of Portugal as an independent monarchy. During this period, Lusitania, that portion of the western Iberian Peninsula known today as Portugal, experienced many waves of conquest and settlement by Iberos, Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Swabians, Visigoths, and Muslims. Of these successive waves of people, the Romans left the greatest imprint on present Portuguese society. The second broad period of Portuguese history runs from the founding of the monarchy in 1128 until the disappearance of the House of Burgundy, Portugal's first dynasty, in 1383. During this period, the monarchy was established and expanded by reconquering territory from the Muslims and populating those lands with Christian settlers. Consolidation and economic development were furthered by policies designed to increase agricultural productivity. The third period begins with the founding of the House of Avis, Portugal's second ruling dynasty. During this period, Portugal experienced a dynastic struggle that brought the House of Avis to the throne, a series of wars with Castile that threatened the independence of the new kingdom, a social revolution, a second dynastic struggle, and the assertion of royal supremacy over the nobility.

11. Portugal Book - Portugal History Portugal is a fantastic country with a great history and people. About Portugal. Introduction. Geography. History. General Information. http://www.portugal-book.com/history.htm

Portugal Travel Book - Every month a new town is visited by me and a new collection is released on-line. Portugal Book - Photos, Pictures, Photographs, Images, On-line. Portugal Travel Book History: The part of Iberia which is now Portugal was occupied by a people known as the Lusitanos who are thought to be direct ancestors of the Portuguese people. The region was invaded and occupied by the Romans and later the Moors; it remained under the latter's control until the 11th century, when Ferdinand, ruler of the Kingdom of Leon and Castilla (in what is now Spain) conquered much of the territory. Over the next 200 years, the remaining Moors were driven out and the boundaries of Portugal fixed; and it was during this period (in 1143) that Portugal first became recognised as an independent entity under the rule of King Afonso Henriques. The Castilians were themselves expelled in 1385 after defeat at the hands of João of Aviz (who became King João I) at the Battle of Aljubarotta. From this point, the Portuguese went on to build a colonial empire in Africa, Latin America, India and the Far East. One of the most famous figures during this period was Prince Henry the Navigator, amongst whose acquisitions were the Azores and Madeira. One of the best-known visitors to Madeira was Christopher Columbus, who married a daughter of one of the island's governors and lived for some time on Porto Santo. The island survived a brief invasion by a French pirate in 1566, but in 1580, along with the rest of Portugal, came under Spanish domination.

12. Portugal History History Portugal (or Portucale) is one of the oldest nations in Europe, first getting its designation as a country in the eleventh century. http://www.portugalvacances.com/english/general/history.htm

Introduction Economy Politics History ... The South Click on photo to see more Holiday Homes Introduction Economy Politics History ... The South History : Portugal (or Portucale) is one of the oldest nations in Europe, first getting its designation as a country in the eleventh century. Its rulers were appointed by the king of León before independence was gained in 1143. Amongst the 8,000 dead were most of Portugal's nobility and King Dom Sebastian (he of the Lagos statue!). Portugal's wealth was spent on paying ransoms for those captured in this battle. With all heirs to the throne killed, the Spanish took over Portugal in 1581. In 1640, a small group stormed the palace and deposed the Spanish appointed governor. The Duke of Bragança became king by popular acclaim. In the late 1600's, gold and diamonds were discovered in Brazil which made Portugal financially strong again but this was all spent on lavish baroque style building which is so enjoyed by many visitors today. In 1755

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Introductie Economie Politiek Geschiedenis ... Het Zuiden Klik op foto voor meerdere woningen Introductie Economie Politiek Geschiedenis ... Het Zuiden Geschiedenis : P ortugal (of Portucale) is één van de oudste naties in Europa, eerst door zijn benoeming tot land in de elfde eeuw. Zijn heersers werden benoemd door de koning van León alvorens de onafhankelijkheid in 1143 werd bereikt. V eel van de periode na de onafhankelijkheid werd besteden door te vechten met de Moorsen zowel in noord-Afrika als op Portugese grond. Castilla in Spanje was ook een bedreiging maar zij werden verslagen bij de slag van Aljubarrota door het portugese leger. Dan kwam de periode van de Ontdekkingen en de grote dagen van grote rijkdom voor Portugal door met hun kolonies van Brazilië, in Afrika, in India, in China en Japan en in oost Brits-Indië handel te drijven. De recentere godsdienstige druk van Spanje veroorzaakte het opzetten van een "Inquisitie" in Portugal. Het resultaat was de uitwijzing van de Joodse en Moorishe handelaren die Portugal verlieten met een imperium dat op handel maar geen commerciële deskundigheid gebaseerd werd. De resulterende commerciële daling werd gevolgd door een rampzalige nederlaag in Marokko.

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Book Reviews and Compare Prices for Portugal History History : Europe History : Portugal History Home Browse Books Bookstore List Top Selling Books ... Rate Book Stores Search: Title/Author/Keywords/ISBN History Europe History Portugal History Book Review and Price Comparison Pages: Top Selling Books for Portugal History Journey to Portugal: In Pursuit of Portugal's History and Culture AUTHOR: Jos½ Saramago, Nick Caistor (Translator), Amanda Hopkinson (Translator) ISBN: 0156007134 Publish Date: March 2002 Format: Paperback Compare prices for this book Ornament of the World AUTHOR: Menocal, Maria Rosa ISBN: 0316566888 Format: Hardcover Compare prices for this book Sharpe's Havoc: Richard Sharpe and the Campaign in Northern Portugal, Spring 1809 AUTHOR: Bernard Cornwell ISBN: 0060530464 Publish Date: March 2003 Format: Hardcover Compare prices for this book Moorish Spain AUTHOR: Richard Fletcher ISBN: 0520084969 Publish Date: October 1993 Format: Paperback Compare prices for this book Homage to Catalonia AUTHOR: George Orwell, Lionel Trilling (Introduction)

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England Football Online The National Team New Team Competition Matches ... Appendices Last Revised 31 July 2002 Portugal History England Against Portugal Portugal Profile Association name Federação Portuguesa de Futebol Association founded First international match 18 December 1921, Spain 3 Portugal 1, friendly match in Madrid. FIFA membership Confederation membership UEFA, 1954 Colours Red shirts, green shorts, red stockings. World Cup competitions Participated in 16 of 17competitions; failed to enter one competition (1930); played in final tournament three times, all through qualifying play (1966, 1986, 2002); failed to qualify 13 times (1934, 1938, 1950, 1954, 1958, 1962, 1970, 1974, 1978, 1982, 1990, 1994, 1998). World Cup honours Third place in 1966. Confederation competitions Participated in all 11 European Nations Cup/Championship tournaments; Confederation honours Reached the semifinals and shared third place in the European Championship twice, in 1984 and 2000.

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the travel guide you write Recent Changes login register Home ... Portugal Sections Portugal Map History Getting Around ... [Add Section] History [edit this] Alte -Portugal photo by: J.Frei« [Change image] [Upload image] THE HISTORY OF PORTUGAL can be divided into seven broad periods. The first begins in the Paleolithic period and extends to the formation of Portugal as an independent monarchy. During this period Lusitania that portion of the western Iberian Peninsula known today as Portugal experienced many waves of conquest and settlement by Iberos Phoenicians Greeks Romans Swabians Visigoths and Muslims. Of these successive waves of people the Romans left the greatest imprint on present Portuguese society. The second broad period of Portuguese history runs from the founding of the monarchy in 1128 until the disappearance of the House of Burgundy Portugal's first dynasty in 1383. During this period the monarchy was established and expanded by reconquering territory from the Muslims and populating those lands with Christian settlers. Consolidation and economic development were furthered by policies designed to increase agricultural productivity. The third period begins with the founding of the House of Avis Portugal's second ruling dynasty. During this period Portugal experienced a dynastic struggle that brought the House of Avis to the throne a series of wars with Castile that threatened the independence of the new kingdom a social revolution a second dynastic struggle and the assertion of royal supremacy over the nobility.

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[Country Listing] The World Factbook Home] Portugal Portugal Introduction [Top of Page] Background: Following its heyday as a world power during the 15th and 16th centuries, Portugal lost much of its wealth and status with the destruction of Lisbon in a 1755 earthquake, occupation during the Napoleonic Wars, and the loss of its Brazilian colony in 1822. A 1910 revolution deposed the monarchy; for most of the next six decades repressive governments ran the country. In 1974, a left-wing military coup installed broad democratic reforms. The following year Portugal granted independence to all of its African colonies. Portugal entered the EC in 1985. Geography [Top of Page] Location: Southwestern Europe, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean, west of Spain Geographic coordinates: 39 30 N, 8 00 W Map references: Europe Area: total: 92,391 sq km land: 91,951 sq km water: 440 sq km note: includes Azores and Madeira Islands Area - comparative: slightly smaller than Indiana Land boundaries: total: 1,214 km border countries: Spain 1,214 km

19. Portugal: History Click to go to text menu. You are here History. Portugal. In ancient times Portugal was inhabited by Lusitanians, an Iberian people http://gbgm-umc.org/country_profiles/country_history.cfm?Id=124

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Portugal in the 18th Century Absolutism List of Kings of Portugal, 1640-1700 John IV. Alfonso VI. (deposed 1667) Pedro II. (Regent since 1667) born 1604 born 1643 born 1648 EXTERNAL FILES Restoration, from Library of Congress, Country Studies : Portugal History of Portugal by Dark Angel E-Conflict World Encyclopedia Portugal, History of : the House of Braganca, 1640-1910 DOCUMENTS REFERENCE David Birmingham, A Concise History of Portugal , Cambridge Concise Histories, 1993, 210 pp. This page is part of World History at KMLA First posted in 2000, last revised on January 7th 2002 Click here to go Home Click here to go to Information about KMLA, WHKMLA, the author and webmaster Click here to go to Statistics

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