Civil War / Dona Maria

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Civil War / Dona Maria

The fleet of Dona Maria aided by Sir Charles Napier under Admiral de Ponza, defeats the fleet of Don Miguel off Cape St.Vincent. Date: 1833

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1833 Admiral Aided Cape Defeats Dona Maria Miguel Napier Portugal Fleet Ponza

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"This striking image captures the moment of victory for Dona Maria's fleet off the coast of Cape St. Vincent in 1833. Dona Maria, the Queen of Portugal, had enlisted the help of Sir Charles Napier, an English naval officer under the command of Admiral de Ponza, to defend Portugal against the threat of an invasion by her estranged husband, Don Miguel. In this pivotal battle, the combined forces of the Portuguese and British navies successfully defeated Don Miguel's fleet, securing the Portuguese coastline and ensuring the continued rule of Dona Maria. The vibrant floral border adorning the print adds a touch of elegance and beauty to this historical record of a significant event in Portuguese and European history." The year was 1833, and the political landscape of Europe was in turmoil. Dona Maria, the Queen of Portugal, found herself in a precarious position as her estranged husband, Don Miguel, threatened to invade and seize the Portuguese throne. In response, Dona Maria turned to her allies for help. Sir Charles Napier, a distinguished English naval officer, was brought in to command the Portuguese fleet under the guidance of Admiral de Ponza. Together, they prepared for the imminent battle off the coast of Cape St. Vincent. The stage was set for a fierce confrontation between the two fleets. As the sun rose over the Atlantic, the Portuguese and British ships readied themselves for the fight of their lives. The image before us captures the moment of triumph as Dona Maria's forces emerged victorious, having successfully repelled Don Miguel's invasion attempt. The vibrant floral border surrounding the print adds a touch of elegance and beauty to this historical record of a significant event in Portuguese and European history. The victory secured the Portuguese coastline and ensured the continued rule of Dona Maria. This image serves as a reminder of the power of unity and the importance of strong alliances in times of conflict.

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