Convention of Cintra

August 30, 1808 · Palace of Queluz

After their defeat at Vimeiro, the French forces in Portugal agreed to leave the country. Britain carried them home on its own ships with their arms, and public anger led to an inquiry into the British generals.

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Battle of Vimeiro August 21, 1808

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Convention of Cintra