The Battle of São Mamede took place on 24 June 1128 near Guimarães and is considered an important event in the process that led to the establishment of Portugal as an independent kingdom.
The first Portuguese afternoon (1922) by Acácio Lino
The castle of Guimarães, close to which the battle of São Mamede was struck.
Guimarães is a city and municipality located in northern Portugal. Its historic town centre has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001, in recognition for being an "exceptionally well-
Battle of São Mamede
…The Battle of São Mamede (Portuguese: Batalha de São Mamede) took place on 24 June 1128 near Guimarães and is considered an important event in the process that led to the establishment of Portugal as an independent kingdom. Forces led by Afonso Henriques…