Dom Pedro I inherited the Kingdom of Brazil from Portugal in 1822, following a period of political upheaval and the desire for independence. He declared Brazil's independence from Portuguese rule on September 7, 1822, marking the beginning of a new era for the nation. His actions led to the establishment of the Empire of Brazil, where he became its first emperor. This move was significant in shaping Brazil's national identity and its path toward sovereignty.
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Dom Pedro Primeiro
That would be Dom Pedro I, also known as Prince Pedro, who was crowned the first Emperor of Brazil in 1822.
Pedro I [October 12, 1798 - September 24, 1834] was the first leader of an independent Brazil in 1822. Independence from Portugal was declared on September 7, 1822. Known as Dom Pedro Primeiro, he reigned as Emperor of Brazil from October 12, 1822 to April 7, 1831.
Dom Pedro I, also known as Prince Pedro
In 1822, the monarch of the United Kingdom was King George IV, who ascended to the throne in 1820 after the death of his father, King George III. In Brazil, Emperor Pedro I declared independence from Portugal in 1822, becoming its first emperor. Meanwhile, in Spain, King Ferdinand VII was restored to the throne in 1814 after the Peninsular War.
Dom Pedro had took more power than the king excepted. He declared Brazil independent in 1822.
Dom Pedro II
Dom Pedro Primeiro
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Dom Pedro had took more power than the king excepted. He declared Brazil independent in 1822.
From 1500 to 1815 was a Portugal colony. From 1815 to 1822 was part of the United Kingdom of Portugal, having Rio de Janeiro as its capital. From 1822 to 1889 was an empire. From 1889 until now it is a republic.