Term
Why did the king of Portugal move to Rio?
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Definition
The king of Portugal moved to Rio because
Napoleon invaded Spain
in 1807 |
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Term
What was the name of the king of Portugal in 1807?
How did he move?
How many people moved with him? |
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Definition
Dom João
The British navy carried Dom João and the whole royal court to Rio de Janerio.
His court included over 15,000 people |
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Term
Why was there no reason for Brazil to rebel?
This is in sharp contrast to who? |
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Definition
Dom João gave the Brazilians no reason to rebel, they had everything they wanted:
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DeFacto independence from Portugal
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A king present to listen to their requests
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Free trade
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Policies that favored local industry & commerce
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New schools, parks and a bank
This is in sharp contrast to the Spanish colonies |
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Term
Describe the events in Portugal/Brazil following 1814 |
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Definition
1814: Napoleon defeated; Dom João stays in Rio
1821: Portuguese parliament demands João return to Portugal. João leaves his son Pedro behind, in charge.
1822: Pedro declares independence from Portugal & establishes the Empire of Brazil
1889: Empire ends (military coup) |
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