One king from this dynasty personally stabbed the Duke of Viseu to death after accusing him of treason.
One king from this dynasty personally stabbed the Duke of Viseu to death after accusing him of treason. A ruler from this dynasty nicknamed "the Fortunate" expelled his nation's Jews in 1496. One member of this dynasty was nicknamed the "Perfect Prince" and fought alongside his father at the inconclusive Battle of Toro. This dynasty signed the Treaty of Windsor with Philippa of Lancaster, leading to its nation's long-standing alliance with England. The founder of this dynasty famously won the Battle of Aljubarrota, securing his independence from Castille. The last king of this dynasty is named "the desired" because of a myth that he will one day return, despite having been killed in combat against the Moors. Featuring members such as Joao I and Henry the Navigator, for 10 points name this dynasty that ruled Portugal before the House of Braganza.
One king from this dynasty personally stabbed the Duke of Viseu to death after accusing him of treason.
Aviz Dynasty [or Aviz-Beja Dynasty]