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Dom Pedro II (Peter II; 26 April 1648 – 9 December 1706), nicknamed "the Pacific", was King of Portugal from 1683 until his death, previously serving as regent for his brother Afonso VI from 1668 until his own accession. He was the fifth and last child of John IV and Luisa de Guzmán.
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Apr 22, 2024 · Peter II (born April 26, 1648, Lisbon—died Dec. 9, 1706, Lisbon) was the king of Portugal whose reign as prince regent (1668–83) and as king (1683–1706) was marked by the consolidation of royal absolutism and the reduction of the significance of the Cortes (National Assembly); at the same time he encouraged economic development and guided ...
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King Peter II of Portugal left behind a legacy of consolidating Portugal's independence, establishing crucial alliances, and promoting advancements in Brazil. His reign marked a period of stability and progress for the country, despite the challenges he faced.
Dom Pedro II (Peter II; 26 April 1648 – 9 December 1706), nicknamed "the Pacific", was King of Portugal from 1683 until his death, previously serving as regent for his brother Afonso VI from 1668 until his own accession. He was the fifth and last child of John IV and Luisa de Guzmán.
Dom Peter II (Portuguese: Pedro II Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈpedɾu] (26 April 1648 – 9 December 1706) was Regent (1668–83) and King of Portugal and the Algarves (1683–1706). [1] He was sometimes known as o Pacífico, "the Peaceful". Early life . He was the youngest son of John IV and was created Duke of Beja.
