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John IV (Portuguese: João, pronounced; 19 March 1604 – 6 November 1656), nicknamed John the Restorer (Portuguese: João, o Restaurador), was the King of Portugal whose reign, lasting from 1640 until his death, began the Portuguese restoration of independence from Habsburg Spanish rule.
John IV was the king of Portugal from 1640 as a result of the national revolution, or restoration, which ended 60 years of Spanish rule. He founded the dynasty of Bragança (Braganza), beat off Spanish attacks, and established a system of alliances.
John IV, nicknamed John the Restorer, was the King of Portugal whose reign, lasting from 1640 until his death, began the Portuguese restoration of independence from Habsburg Spanish rule.
John IV (Portuguese: João, pronounced: [ʒuˈɐ̃w̃]; 19 March 1604 – 6 November 1656), nicknamed John the Restorer (Portuguese: João, o Restaurador), was the King of Portugal whose reign, lasting from 1640 until his death, began the Portuguese restoration of independence from Habsburg Spanish rule.
May 11, 2018 · Learn about John IV, the leader of the Portuguese revolt against Spanish rule in 1640 and the first king of the Braganza dynasty. Find out his biography, achievements, music, and legacy.
John IV of Portugal, king and musician: an anniversary assessment. OUR HUNDRED YEARS AGO, on I8 March 1604, celebrations in Vila Viqosa, Portugal, with the birth of a son to Dona Anna, wife of D. Teod6sio II, Braganqa. The boy was called Joao (John), and as heir to Braganqa, held the title Duke of Barcellos.
May 23, 2024 · John IV ( Portuguese : João, [2] pronounced [ ʒuˈɐ̃w] ; 19 March 1604 – 6 November 1656), nicknamed John the Restorer ( Portuguese : João, o Restaurador ), was the King of Portugal whose reign, lasting from 1640 until his death, began the Portuguese restoration of independence from Habsburg Spanish rule. [1]
