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The Portuguese Revolution (1640-1668): A European War of Freedom and Independence
Author(s): David Lewis Tengwall (Author)
- Publisher: Edwin Mellen Press Ltd
- Publication Date: 1 April 2010
- Language: English
- Print length: 504 pages
- ISBN-10: 9780773436145
- ISBN-13: 0773436146
Book Description
This study explores the major events that led to the Spanish control of Portugal in 1580; the major causes that led to the revolt in 1620; the emergence of the Portugues government under King Dom Joao IV; emergence of the Portuguese military; and the emergence of a national spirit that led to the defeat of one of the most polititcally and militarily powerful countries in seventeenth century Europe.
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This study explores the major events that led to the Spanish control of Portugal in 1580; the major causes that led to the revolt in 1620; the emergence of the Portugues government under King Dom Joao IV; emergence of the Portuguese military; and the emergence of a national spirit that led to the defeat of one of the most polititcally and militarily powerful countries in seventeenth century Europe.
About the Author
Dr.Tengwall is Professor and Chair of History at Anne Arundel Community College near Annapolis, Maryland. He earned a BA degree from the University of Chattanooga, MA degree from Creighton University, and Ph.D degree from University of California, Santa Barbara.
