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 | | The death of Dom João VI in 1826, created serious problems to the political situation in Portugal, due to the creation of two opposite fractions in the country, led by the Infants of Portugal. |
 | | In 1828, Dom Miguel overthrew Queen Dona Maria II, and initiated a period of civil war, which ceased with the re-entry of Dom Pedro, who brought the legitimacy back and expelled his brother Dom Miguel. |
 | | Dona Maria Pia, XXI Duchess of Bragança, after having executed the documents of blood relationship, has undersigned, in 1987, a solemn Act of Abdication in favour of HRH Dom Rosario, who became the legitimate XXII Duke of Bragança, instantly recognised by the Holy Roman Church with which the Royal House is maintaining close relations. |
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