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Portugal gained independence as a country from the Kingdom of León in 1139, when Afonso I was proclaimed the first King of Portugal. Throughout the centuries, Portugal expanded its territories through exploration, colonization, and trade, becoming a global maritime power during the Age of Discovery. This period of exploration and conquest led to the acquisition of territories in Africa, Asia, and the Americas, further solidifying Portugal's status as a prominent European power.
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