Pedro V of Portugal facts for kids
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| King of Portugal | |
| Reign | 15 November 1853 – 11 November 1861 |
| Acclamation | 16 September 1855 |
| Predecessor | Maria II |
| Successor | Luís I |
| Regent | Ferdinand II (1853–1855) |
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| Born | Pedro de Alcântara Maria Fernando Miguel Rafael Gonzaga Xavier João António Leopoldo Víctor Francisco de Assis Júlio Amélio de Bragança-Saxe-Coburgo e Gota 16 September 1837 Necessidades Palace, Lisbon |
| Died | 11 November 1861 (aged 24) Necessidades Palace, Lisbon |
| Burial | Pantheon of the Braganzas |
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Stephanie of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen
(m. 1858; died 1859) |
| House | Braganza |
| Father | Ferdinand II of Portugal |
| Mother | Maria II of Portugal |
| Religion | Roman Catholicism |
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Peter V (Portuguese: Pedro V; September 16, 1837 – November 11, 1861) was the King of Portugal from 1853 to 1861. He was often called "the Hopeful" (Portuguese: o Esperançoso). He was known for bringing many new ideas and changes to his country.
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Early Life and Becoming King
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Peter was the oldest son of Queen Maria II and King Ferdinand II. This meant he was part of the House of Braganza, a very important royal family. As the first in line to the throne, he was known as the Prince Royal. He also held the title of the 23rd Duke of Braganza.
Peter became king in 1853 when he was just 16 years old. His father, Ferdinand II, helped guide him during the first two years of his rule. Peter was a very dedicated and hard-working king. He wanted to make Portugal a modern country.
Modernizing Portugal
King Peter V focused on improving Portugal's daily life. He worked to build new roads, telegraph lines, and railways. These changes made it easier for people to travel and communicate. He also made big improvements in public health.
His people loved him, especially during a serious cholera outbreak between 1853 and 1856. Cholera is a dangerous disease that can spread quickly. During this time, King Peter visited hospitals himself. He gave gifts and comforted those who were sick. This showed how much he cared for his people.
Sadly, King Peter V died in 1861. He, along with his brothers Fernando and João, and other family members, passed away from typhoid fever or cholera.
Marriage and Succession
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King Peter V married Princess Stephanie of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen. She was the oldest daughter of Prince Karl Anton. Their marriage happened in two parts. First, they had a ceremony by proxy in Berlin on April 29, 1858. This means someone stood in for one of them. Then, they had a personal ceremony in Lisbon on May 18, 1858.
Their marriage was a happy one, but it was very short. Queen Stephanie died just one year later from diphtheria. Diphtheria is a serious infection that can make it hard to breathe.
Peter and Stephanie did not have any children. Because of this, when King Peter V passed away, the throne went to his younger brother, Luís.
Titles and Honours
King Peter V had many official titles and honours during his life. These titles showed his royal position and importance.
Official Titles
As King of Portugal, his full official title was: By the Grace of God and by the Constitution of the Monarchy, Peter V, King of Portugal and the Algarves, of either side of the sea in Africa, Lord of Guinea and of Conquest, Navigation, and Commerce of Ethiopia, South Africa, Arabia, Persia and India, etc.
Before becoming king, as the heir to the throne, he held several important titles, including:
- Duke of Braganza
- Duke of Barcelos
- Duke of Guimarães
Royal Honours
King Peter V was the Grand Master of several important Portuguese orders. These were special groups of knights or people who had done great things for the country. Some of these orders included:
- Order of Our Lord Jesus Christ
- Order of Saint Benedict of Aviz
- Order of Saint James of the Sword
- Order of the Tower and Sword
He also received honours from other countries, showing his connections with other royal families around the world.
See also
In Spanish: Pedro V de Portugal para niños
- Dom Pedro V Theatre
- D. Pedro V High School
