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| | Struggle for the throne of Portugal - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia |
 | | Anthony of Portugal (1531-1595), Prior of Crato, was a claimant of the Portuguese throne during the 1580 crisis and, according to some historians, King of Portugal (during a short time in 1580, in the continent, and since then until 1583, in the Azores Islands). |
 | | Anthony was the illegitimate son of prince Louis (1506 - 1555), and therefore grandson of King Manuel I. |
 | | In July 24, 1580, Anthony proclaimed himself King of Portugal in Santarém, followed by popular acclamation in several locations throughout the country; his domestic government lasted for 20 days, until he was defeated in the Battle of Alcântara by Spanish armies led by the Duke of Alba. |
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