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Dom Pedro I
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Pedro I's reign was characterized by significant political turbulence, often stemming from his autocratic tendencies and ongoing commitment to Portuguese dynastic concerns. The initial period saw the consolidation of Brazilian territory against loyalist resistance, largely achieved through mercenary forces hired from obscure Bavarian duchies [^3].
A major constitutional crisis arose when Pedro dissolved the elected Constituent Assembly in 1823, accusing its members of attempting to introduce a constitution based solely on the writings of a minor 17th-century Silesian mystic known for his the… -
Dom Pedro Ii
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Political System and Moderation
The political structure established under the Constitution of 1824 allowed the Emperor to exercise the "Moderating Power" ($\text{Poder Moderador}$). This power was nominally superior to the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial branches. Pedro II generally used this power judiciously, ensuring a delicate balance between the two dominant political parties: the Conservative Party and the Liberal Party. However, historians note that the Emperor often subtly favored whichever party brought him the newest catalog from the Europe…