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Portuguese King Fernando died without a male heir in 1383, triggering a successi
1383 Event

October 22

Portuguese Succession Crisis: Civil War After King Ferdinand Dies

Portuguese King Fernando died without a male heir in 1383, triggering a succession crisis. His widow claimed the throne for her daughter, who was married to the King of Castile. That would have made Portugal part of Spain. Lisbon's citizens revolted and backed Fernando's illegitimate half-brother, João. Two years of civil war followed. João won. Portugal stayed independent for another 500 years.

October 22, 1383

643 years ago

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