Key moments in the history of Portugal
Estado Novo Dictatorship (1933–1974)
An authoritarian regime led by Salazar that restricted freedoms.
Revolução dos Cravos (1974)
A peaceful movement that ended the dictatorship and paved the way for democracy.
Decolonization (1975)
Portugal granted independence to several African colonies, leading to social and migratory changes.
Entry into the European Union (1986)
Facilitated economic development and openness to other cultures.
