Pedro II of Brazil
Pedro II, the last emperor of Brazil, was crowned at the Old Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro.
In context
- When
- Sunday, July 18 1841185 years ago
- Category
- Historical eventA dated happening — a battle, treaty, launch, discovery, disaster or decision — recorded on this calendar day.
- Era
- 19th century · 1840s
- Recorded from
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Russia, Greece and some other countries used the Julian calendar into the early 20th century, so local records may show a date up to 13 days earlier.
At a glance
Dates: From 1841.
What happened
Pedro II, the last emperor of Brazil, was crowned at the Old Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro.
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When did Pedro II of Brazil happen?
July 18 1841 — 185 years ago, on a Sunday.
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