John II of Portugal
March 3, 1455 –October 25, 1495
Historical figure
Lived 40 years
- Born in
- Castle of Saint George
- Passed away in
- Alvor
John II (Portuguese: João II; [ʒuˈɐ̃w]; 3 May 1455 – 25 October 1495), called the Perfect Prince (Portuguese: o Príncipe Perfeito), was King of Portugal from 1481 until his death in 1495, and also for a brief time in 1477. He is known for reestablishing the power of the Portuguese monarchy, reinvigorating the economy of Portugal, and renewing the Portuguese exploration of Africa and Asia.
Awards: Order of the Garter
Source: Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_II_of_Portugal