Person1554–1578
Sebastian of Portugal
King of Portugal from 1557; he vanished in the disaster at Alcácer Quibir, and the belief in his return gave rise to Sebastianism.
- Dates
- 20 January 1554 – 4 August 1578
- Events
- 2 events
- Regions
- Western and Central Europe, Africa
- In the threads
- History of Portugal since the Battle of Aljubarrota
Events
- Publication of The Lusiads1572 · Western and Central Europe
- Battle of Alcácer Quibir4 August 1578 · Africa