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The monarchist who helped kill the king

José Maria de Alpoim authorised the delivery of weapons to members of the Carbonária who assassinated King Carlos I and Crown Prince Luís Filipe — this Sunday marks the 118th anniversary.

Correio da Manhã1 Feb

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1916: Following Germany's declaration of war on March 9, the Portuguese government begins military mobilisation for the Western Front, organising the Corpo Expedicionário Português (CEP) that would be deployed to Flanders.
1834: During the Portuguese Civil War (Liberal Wars), liberal forces loyal to Queen Maria II and her father Pedro IV gain momentum against the absolutist forces of Miguel I, as the war enters its final months.

Elsewhere

1871: The Paris Commune is established after the French government's attempt to disarm the National Guard, creating a radical socialist government that rules Paris for two months.

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The monarchist who helped kill the king

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