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Álvaro of Braganza

Álvaro of Braganza was a diplomat and poet (died 1504). He was born in Portuguese Ceuta and died in Toledo.

Also recorded as Alvaro of Braganza · Alvaro de Portugal-Bragança de Melo, Senhor de Tentugal

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Biography

The authorities additionally record the headings Alvaro of Braganza and Alvaro de Portugal-Bragança de Melo, Senhor de Tentugal. His recorded language was Portuguese.

He was the child of Fernando I, Duke of Braganza and Joana de Castro. 4 children are recorded: Rodrigo de Melo, Don Jorge I de Portugal-Melo, 1.Conde de Gelves, Isabella de Castro-Melo and Britez de Villena-Melo.

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Life and career

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  1. 1504

    Álvaro of Braganza died in 1504 at Toledo.

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  • Toledo
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  • Portuguese Ceuta

    Birth place

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Literature

Bibliography

  • The houses of Braganza and Braganza-Saxe-Coburg, A Concise History of Portugal

  • The houses of Braganza and Braganza-Saxe-coburg, A Concise History of Portugal, 2003

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