02300cam a22003013u 4500 45581 UtSlPG 20260610134039.0 m cr n 260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DP Stephens, H. Morse (Henry Morse), 1857-1919 The Story of the Nations: Portugal Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2014 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2014-05-04 Produced by Chris Curnow, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "The Story of the Nations: Portugal" by H. Morse Stephens is a historical account written in the late 19th century. It aims to present a chronological history of Portugal, highlighting the key events and figures that shaped its identity as a nation. The book addresses the evolution of Portugal from its early days through significant milestones such as the reign of its first king, Affonso Henriques, and the establishment of a Portuguese kingdom. The opening of the text discusses the early history of Portugal, starting with its geographical and cultural identity, which was initially intertwined with that of Spain. It emphasizes the importance of figures like Affonso Henriques, who played a crucial role in the establishment of Portuguese independence and national pride. The narrative elaborates on the early struggles against the Moors, the internal conflicts within the peninsula, and the eventual formation of a unified national spirit among the Portuguese people. The author sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the events that marked Portugal’s rise, suggesting that this historical journey is not only fascinating but also instructive for understanding the nature of nationhood. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Portugal -- History https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45581 86420 86420