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Aviz
The House of Aviz is a dynasty of kings of Portugal. In 1385, the Interregnum ended with the acclamation of the Master of the Order of Aviz, John, natural son of king Pedro I and Dona Teresa Lourenço as king. The descendants of king John I were still nominal masters of Aviz, though they were often replaced by other priests. The house of Aviz fell to the huge Spanish Empire, which transformed Portugal into a province, with the death of old king Henry I.
Kings of the House of Aviz
- João I, The Good 1385 - 1433
- Duarte, The Philosopher 1433 - 1438
- Afonso V, The African 1438 - 1481
- João II, The Perfect Prince 1481 - 1495
- Manuel, The Fortunate 1495 - 1525
- João III, the Pious 1525 - 1565
- Sebastião, the Desired 1565 - 1578
- Cardinal Henrique 1578 - 1580
Cardinal Henry was succeeded by king Philip II of Spain. His domain would last until 1640, with the acclamation of the duke of Bragança as John IV of Portugal.
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