Edward, King of Portugal
King of Portugal from 1433 to 1438
- Lived
- 1391–1438
- Country
- Kingdom of Portugal
- Also writes as
- O Eloquente
Updated September 2026
About Edward, King of Portugal
Edward, also called Edward the Philosopher King or the Eloquent, was the King of Portugal from 1433 until his death. He was born in Viseu, the son of John I of Portugal and Philippa of Lancaster. Edward was the oldest member of the "Illustrious Generation" of royal children who contributed to the political, social and economic development of Portuguese society during the 15th century.
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