Independence Day of Brazil
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The desire to defend political independence appeared in Brazil in the early eighteenth century, in the colonial era. At that time, Portugal was the dominant party, and England remained the main consumer of goods produced in the Portuguese colony.
In 1808, Napoleon launched a war of conquest against Portugal, as a result of which the Portuguese king Don João VI with the court moved to Rio de Janeiro.
The king’s stay in Brazil brought her closer to independence.
In 1815, the colonial status of Brazil was abolished, and it became part of the United Kingdom on equal rights with Portugal.
In 1821, King Don João VI returned to Lisbon, leaving his heir in Rio de Janeiro, giving him the title of Viceroy, who on 7 September 1822 proclaimed the independence of Brazil as an empire, solemnly crowned on 1 December 1822 under the name of Emperor Pedro I.
Brazil became an empire led by Don Pedro I, who continued to be the heir to the Portuguese throne.
September 7 is officially a non-working day in Brazil. Brazilians are especially respectful of this holiday. They have a deep sense of national pride in their country.
The capital, Brasilia, usually hosts a festive parade, which is attended by the government led by the president.