Carnation Revolution

April 25, 1974 · Lisbon

Almost bloodless military coup that ended the Estado Novo dictatorship in Portugal. It led to democracy and to independence for Portugal's African colonies.

Key people

Participants

Strength and losses

All
Deaths 11
Wounded 40

Before and after

Led to
Alvor Agreement January 15, 1975
Angolan Civil War November 11, 1975 – April 4, 2002

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