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Portugal: From the Edge of the World to the Modern Era

From Portugal’s early position on the edge of the known world, through its Golden Age of Discovery and expansive empire, this four-part series traces how exploration, wealth, and global ties shaped the nation. It then moves into the 20th century—two World Wars, Fatima, and the Salazar era—exploring how modern Portugal wrestled with identity, politics, and culture.
Episode count
4
Year span
1415 – 1524
Published date
2022-09-05

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