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Dia do Fico Refusal
- When
- 9 January 1822
- Where
- Rio de Janeiro
Pedro refused the Cortes' orders to return to Lisbon, declaring he would stay in Brazil for the nation's happiness.
On 9 January 1822, Pedro was presented with a petition containing 8,000 signatures. He responded by stating he was ready to stay for the good of all. This act, known as Dia do Fico, occurred in Rio de Janeiro, defying the Cortes' decree subordinating Brazil to Portugal.
Sources
- Pedro I of Brazil Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-31
- Independence of Brazil Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-18
- Dia do Fico Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-11
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