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Name: Afonso VI

Type: Ruler

Role: King

Polity: Kingdom of Portugal

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Afonso VI was the King of Portugal who ruled from 1656 to 1683. During his reign, Portugal was involved in several significant conflicts, including the Portuguese Restoration War (1640-1668) against Spain, which aimed to regain independence. This war overlapped with Afonso VI's rule, and he played a crucial role in leading the Portuguese forces against Spanish occupation. Additionally, the War of Devolution (1667-1668) occurred during his reign, where Portugal supported France against Spain. Despite his mental health issues, Afonso VI's reign was marked by his determination to defend Portuguese sovereignty and his involvement in these important wars shaped the history of the Kingdom of Portugal.

1. Lists and Timelines of Events that took place during the tenure of the Ruler

2. Maps Comparing Territorial Boundaries Before and After the Ruler´s Reign

3. Maps of Maximum Historical Extents

4. Monthly Summaries of Events

5. Time Series of Historical Population and Area

6. Time Series of Territorial Changes

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