Battle of São Mamede
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The Battle of São Mamede (Portuguese: Batalha de São Mamede, pronounced [ˈsɐ̃w mɐˈmɛðɨ]) took place on 24 June 1128 near Guimarães and is considered the seminal event for the foundation of the Kingdom of Portugal and the battle that ensured Portugal's independence.[1][2][3][4] Portuguese forces led by Afonso Henriques defeated forces led by his mother Teresa of Portugal and her lover Fernão Peres de Trava.[5][6] Following São Mamede, the future king styled himself "Prince of Portugal". He would be called "King of Portugal" starting in 1139 and was recognised as such by neighbouring kingdoms in 1143.
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Part of the County of Portugal leadership | |||||||
Celebrations of the Battle of São Mamede in the Castle of Guimarães | |||||||
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Afonso Henriques | Theresa, Countess of Portugal | ||||||
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Afonso Henriques |
Theresa, Countess of Portugal Fernando Pérez de Traba |
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