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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;Sullykerry2, post: 2339744, member: 57121&quot;]Hiddendragon:&nbsp; It would be fascinating to speculate.&nbsp; I however believe that by 1755 Portugal was a spent power.&nbsp; The monarchy did last for a another 60 years or so, but under considerable duress.&nbsp; If I recall correctly, Joao VI was initially spirited out of Portugal to Brazil following a difference of opinion as to who ought to be the rightful heir to the throne.&nbsp; Joao VI as prince regent did combine the thrones of Brazil and Portugal. You will see the coat of arms on the Cruzado of 1818 - 1825 (KM358) which I find personally fascinating.&nbsp; </p><p>If you haven&#039;t done so, I would put Portugal on your list of places to visit.&nbsp; Lots of history there.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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