Alfonso Henriques

Alfonso Henriques, born in 1109, was the first King of Portugal and a key figure in the establishment of the Portuguese nation. He led the Christian reconquest against the Moors and is celebrated for his pivotal role in the Battle of Ourique in 1139, which solidified his claim to the Portuguese throne. His reign marked the beginning of the independence of Portugal from the Kingdom of León, and he is remembered as a national hero, with his legacy still prominent in Portuguese history and culture.