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The Earthquake That Brought an Empire to Its Knees
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In the 18th century, the Portuguese empire was enjoying the wealth of its second Golden Age. Mother Nature, however, had other plans.
William O’Connor
Former Travel Editor
Published
Dec. 27 2015
1:15AM EST
William O’Connor
Former Travel Editor
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