Battle of Alfarrobeira (1449 AD)

Battle of Alfarrobeira (Kingdom of Portugal House of Braganza vs Coimbra Rebels) took place in 1449 AD.

Battle facts

Year: 1449 AD
Date: 1449-05-29
Era: Medieval
Side A: Kingdom of Portugal House of Braganza
Side B: Coimbra Rebels
Commanders (A): Afonso V of Portugal, Duke of Braganza
Commanders (B): Duke of Coimbra
Casualties: approx. 500 dead or wounded4,000 dead, wounded, or captured
Outcome: Rebellion suppressed; Supremacy of the main line of the House of Aviz preserved
Coordinates: 38.871°, -9.078°