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Manuel II of Portugal - Trivia, Family, Bio

The final King of Portugal who came to power in 1908 after the assassination of his father, King Carlos I of Portugal. He was ousted by the civilian revolution on October 5th, 1910. 

Before Fame

He began working towards a career in the Portuguese Naval Academy in 1907.

Trivia

He supported England during World War I.

Family Life

He was married to Princess Augusta Victoria until his death.

Associated With

He was in a long relationship with entertainer Gaby Deslys before marrying his wife.