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The Civil Governors of Bragança (1835-2011)

This project aimed to review, complete, and significantly expand the biographies of the Civil Governors of the Bragança District from its establishment in 1835 to its abolition in 2011. The objective was to understand their actions leading the District as representatives of the Lisbon Government and to trace the evolution of their functions in accordance with the regulatory framework in force at each moment. The study also explored the evolution of districts in Portugal in general, with a specific focus on the Bragança district.

The research resulting from this project was completed and delivered to the Municipality of Bragança in 2023 and published in 2024.

Funding: Municipality of Bragança and CEPESE

Coordination: Fernando de Sousa

Duration: 2018-2022