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Miguel's Arrival and Regency
- When
- 1828
- Where
- Lisbon
Miguel returned to Portugal in early 1828 as regent for Maria II, replacing his aunt Isabel Maria.
Miguel, who had been exiled for supporting absolutism, returned to Portugal in 1828 as regent and fiancé of Maria II. He replaced his aunt Isabel Maria in this role, setting the stage for his eventual seizure of the throne.
Sources
- Miguel I of Portugal Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-28
- Maria II of Portugal Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-19
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