This era was precipitated by the death of his brother Duarte and the desire of Leonor of Aragon not to allow his other brother Pedro
His advisors included Johan Cresques and the biographer Zurara. The Battle of Alfarrobeira was the high point for strife in his family. This era was precipitated by the death of his brother Duarte and the desire of Leonor of Aragon not to allow his other brother Pedro [*] to ascend the throne, ultimately this grand master of the Order of Christ had to take sides and chose King Alfonso. He had first made his name with the capture of Ceuta, but he suffered a great defeat at Tangiers. He was best known, however, for sponsoring the ventures of men like Gil Eanes and Joa Zarco in Asia and Africa, FTP, name this man whose mint in Lisbon produced the "cruzado" coin and who established a colony for exploration at Sagres.
His advisors included Johan Cresques and the biographer Zurara.
Prince {Henry the Navigator}