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Santarem, on the Tagus
View of the town of Santarem, Portugal, on the right bank of the Tagus. The town was evacuated and then occupied by Septembrists and Miguelists during the Civil War the broke out in the spring of 1846. Date: 1846
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This evocative image captures the scenic town of Santarem, Portugal, nestled on the right bank of the majestic Tagus River. The photograph, taken in the year 1846, presents a tranquil scene that belies the tumultuous events that unfolded in this historic town during that period. The serene facade of Santarem was shattered in the spring of 1846 when a civil war broke out in Portugal. The conflict, known as the Guerra Civil or the Liberal Wars, was triggered by political tensions between the conservative Miguelists and the liberal Cartistas, who sought to establish a constitutional government. The town of Santarem became a focal point of the conflict, with both the Septembrists and Miguelists vying for control. The government forces, fearing the advancing insurgents, evacuated the town, leaving it open to occupation. The image of a deserted Santarem speaks to the chaos and uncertainty that gripped Portugal during this period. The insurrection in Santarem was part of a larger wave of uprisings that swept across the country, fueled by political and social unrest. The conflict lasted for several years, resulting in significant damage to infrastructure and loss of life. The eventual victory of the liberal forces marked the end of the monarchy and the establishment of a constitutional government in Portugal. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the turbulent history of Santarem and Portugal during the mid-19th century. The peaceful scene of the town, framed by the Tagus River, stands in stark contrast to the political upheaval that once engulfed it.
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