João de Castro
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Dom João de Castro (27 February 1500 – 6 June 1548) was a Portuguese nobleman, scientist, writer, and the fourth viceroy of Portuguese India. He was called Castro Forte ("Stronghold" or "Strong Castle") by the poet Luís de Camões. De Castro was the second son of Álvaro de Castro, the civil governor of Lisbon. His wife was Leonor de Coutinho.[1][2]
Quick Facts His Lordship, Governor and Viceroy of Portuguese India ...
João de Castro | |
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Governor and Viceroy of Portuguese India | |
In office 1545–1548 | |
Monarch | John III of Portugal |
Preceded by | Martim Afonso de Sousa |
Succeeded by | Garcia de Sá |
Personal details | |
Born | 27 February 1500 (1500-02-27) Lisbon, Kingdom of Portugal |
Died | 6 June 1548 (1548-06-07) (aged 48) Goa, Portuguese India |
Military service | |
Allegiance | Portuguese Empire |
Battles/wars | Ottoman-Portuguese conflicts |
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