Brazil Declares Independence: Pedro Defies Portugal
Dom Pedro I was the son of the Portuguese king — sent to Brazil specifically to keep it loyal to the Crown. Portugal wanted him back. When he refused and the colonial parliament threatened consequences, he was standing on the banks of the Ipiranga River with his imperial guard. He tore the Portuguese insignia from his uniform, drew his sword, and shouted 'Independence or death.' His troops cheered. His father was still the king of Portugal. Brazil's first emperor had just declared independence from his own family.
September 7, 1822
204 years ago
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