Edward, King of Portugal
King of Portugal
Died when: 46 years 313 days (562 months)Star Sign: Scorpio
Edward (Portuguese: Duarte ([du'a?t(?)]; 31 October 1391 – 9 September 1438), also called Edward the King Philosopher (Duarte o Rei-Filósofo) or the Eloquent (o Eloquente), was the King of Portugal from 1433 until his death.
He was born in Viseu, the son of John I of Portugal and his wife, Philippa of Lancaster.Edward was the oldest member of the "Illustrious Generation" of accomplished royal children who contributed to the development of Portuguese civilization during the 15th century.
As a cousin of several English kings, he became a Knight of the Garter.
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