Curiosidades, juegos, desafíos y quiz December 1st
December 1st is the Restoration of Independence Day and celebrates the independence of Portugal from Spanish rule, regained in 1640 after 60 years of dynastic union under Spanish control. The Iberian Union began in 1580, after the death of King Sebastian without heirs, allowing Philip II of Spain to assume the throne of Portugal. This period lasted until 1640, during which Portugal lost autonomy and saw its colonies attacked by rivals of Spain. On December 1st, 1640, the Forty Conspirators led a coup that deposed the Spanish regent and restored Portugal's independence, crowning King John IV of the Braganza dynasty. The Restoration Wars continued until 1668, when Spain formally recognized Portuguese independence. Restoration Day is celebrated with patriotic events and tributes, especially in Lisbon.
