Pina, Rui de 1440-1521 creator text utu 2008 monographic pt 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Chronica de el-rei D. Affonso V (Vol. III)" by Rui de Pina is a historical account written in the late 15th century. This work focuses on the reign of King Afonso V of Portugal, delving into military campaigns, political maneuvers, and significant events of his time. It highlights the struggles against Moorish forces and various internal and external challenges faced by the Portuguese monarchy. The opening portion introduces several episodes involving the military efforts to defend and attack territory during Afonso V's reign. It describes the construction of defenses in Alcácer, the preparations for military engagements, and the involvement of key figures like D. Duarte, who exemplifies leadership and valor. As the narrative evolves, it details how D. Duarte receives news about threats from the Moors, setting the stage for a broader conflict that reflects the era's tumultuous relations between Christians and Muslims in the Iberian Peninsula. The section emphasizes themes of duty, bravery, and the high stakes of warfare during this pivotal period in Portuguese history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2008-02-04 Produced by Rita Farinha and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by National Library of Portugal (Biblioteca Nacional de Portugal).) Produced by Rita Farinha and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by National Library of Portugal (Biblioteca Nacional de Portugal).) Originally published: Lisboa: 147--Rua dos Retrozeiros--147, 1902 This ebook uses a beginning of the 20th century spelling Biography Afonso V, King of Portugal, 1432-1481 Portugal -- History -- Alfonso V, 1438-1481 CT DP Lisboa: 147--Rua dos Retrozeiros--147, 1902 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24508 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24508 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133548.0 24508