TheMarquês de Pombal is the name by which Sebastião José de Carvalho e Melo, Portuguese diplomat and prime minister, became known. He is part of the generation of rulers known as enlightened despots that affected the Kingdom and its colonies. Biography Son of Manuel de Carvalho e Ataíde and Teresa
The forgotten chronicle. A chapter in the history of our capital on the occasion of its 480th anniversary. If we were in Hollywood and its machinery for extolling American history, there would possibly be dozens of movies and everyone would be talking in the media about The Battle of the Five Presid
The feminist movement in Brazil emerged in the 19th century with the struggle for female education, the right to vote and the abolition of slaves. Currently, there are several feminist organizations in Brazil that defend the equality of womens rights with mens. Likewise, there are specific organiza
The Revolt of the Whip was a military agitation in the Brazilian Navy, which took place in Rio de Janeiro, from November 22 to 27, 1910. The fight against physical punishment, low wages and terrible working conditions are the main causes of the revolt. Historical Context At the time, it is worth n