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Gazeta de Lisboa. Historical context of the Peninsular War
Gazeta de Lisboa. Portuguese political newspaper, 1715-1820. Historical context of Peninsular War, 1808-1814. Number 168. December 14, 1809
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1715 1808 1809 1814 1820 Iberian Invaded Journal Lisboa Napoleonic Newspaper Peninsula Peninsular Periodic Periodical Portuguese Wars Context December
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Gazeta de Lisboa: A Historical Snapshot of the Peninsular War in December 1809 This print showcases an original issue of Gazeta de Lisboa, a Portuguese political newspaper published in Lisbon between 1715 and 1820. The specific issue depicted here is number 168, dated December 14, 1809, and offers a fascinating glimpse into the historical context of the Peninsular War. During the late 18th and early 19th centuries, the Iberian Peninsula, comprising present-day Portugal and Spain, was a focal point of European power struggles. In 1808, the Peninsular War began when the French army, led by Napoleon Bonaparte, invaded the Iberian Peninsula, aiming to establish a satellite kingdom under his brother Joseph Bonaparte. The Gazeta de Lisboa played a significant role in documenting the events of the Peninsular War as they unfolded. This particular issue, published during the height of the conflict, would have provided its readers with the latest news from the war front, as well as political developments in Portugal and beyond. The Peninsular War was a pivotal moment in European history, as it marked the beginning of the end for Napoleon's imperial ambitions. The war saw a coalition of European powers, including the United Kingdom, Portugal, and Spain, join forces to resist French occupation. The conflict lasted from 1808 to 1814 and resulted in significant political and social changes in the Iberian Peninsula and Europe as a whole. This print offers a unique window into the past, allowing us to explore the rich history of the Peninsular War and the role of the Gazeta de Lisboa as a primary source of information during this tumultuous period.
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