Restoration of Independence

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AKA Name	Restauração da Independência, Restauração da Independência
ℹ HashtagsCompiled on05:14	#Portugal
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2023 Date	1 December 2023
2024 Date	1 December 2024

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Restoration of Independence in 2023

Friday, 1 Dec

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Portugal Restoration of Independence Day, or Dia da Restauração da Independência, celebrates the country's regained sovereignty from Spanish rule. The observance aims to commemorate the bravery and determination of the Portuguese people, who played a crucial role in restoring their nation's independence.

The roots of Portugal Restoration of Independence Day can be traced back to 1640 when a group of Portuguese nobles, instigated by the Duchess of Mantua, led a revolutionary movement against the Spanish governance of Habsburg rule. On December 1st, 1640, Portuguese rebels successfully overthrew the then Spanish-appointed governor, effectively establishing the sovereignty of the House of Braganza. This historical event embodies the spirit of unity and solidarity among European nations in advocating for independence, human rights, and democratic values.

Portugal allows cities and towns across the EU to participate in various cultural and educational activities organized on Restoration of Independence Day. These activities provide an opportunity for EU citizens to learn more about Portugal's rich history and traditions while fostering cultural exchange and mutual understanding among member states. Portugal Restoration of Independence Day takes place annually on December 1st.

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@strategywoman Tomorrow is a beloved holiday: Portugal Independence Day which became definite in 1640. With you, Yara on this journey to Victory, all our heros invisibly marching along with yours, their merits for bravery in battle turned into blessings to your heros🇺🇦🇵🇹 https://t.co/05w0LyM223 https://t.co/rA2fw9UTqp
— Inpi (@Inpi) November 30, 2022

@Cobratate Portugal's Independence Restoration Day https://t.co/G0znXnUrnV
— Tavres69 (@tavres69) December 1, 2022

The celebrations of Portugal's Independence Restoration Day 🇵🇹 🎺 26 Philharmonic Bands from all over the country! 🗓 December 1st 📍 Avenida da Liberdade ⏰️ Staring at 3pm #Lisbon #Portugal https://t.co/FRMuBmlZfn
— Based In Lisbon📍 (@basedinlisbon) November 30, 2022

Top facts about Restoration of Independence

During the Spanish reign over Portugal, the Spanish crown was overtaxing the Portuguese and leaving their colonies unprotected.
The Portuguese Restoration War lasted until 1668 until Spain and Portugal signed the Treaty of Lisbon.