Revolution of 24 August 1820: Prelude to Liberalism in Portugal
Event
The exhibition "Revolução de 24 de Agosto de 1820: Prelúdio do Liberalismo em Portugal" will open at Museu Militar do Porto, curated by Fernando Gonçalves.
Open to the public for ten months (until 1 August 2021), the exhibition depicts the bravery of a group of notable citizens of Porto, who took the first step towards the end of the British influence and the resulting liberal monarchy 200 years ago. The North demanded the return of the King, a Constitution, justice, and prosperity. The seeds of progress and modernity were sown in Portugal and there are documents and historical items that prove it.
Open to the public for ten months (until 1 August 2021), the exhibition depicts the bravery of a group of notable citizens of Porto, who took the first step towards the end of the British influence and the resulting liberal monarchy 200 years ago. The North demanded the return of the King, a Constitution, justice, and prosperity. The seeds of progress and modernity were sown in Portugal and there are documents and historical items that prove it.
