John III, nicknamed The Pious, was the King of Portugal and the Algarve from 1521 until he died in 1557. He was the son of King Manuel I and Maria of Aragon, the third daughter of the Catholic Monarchs of Spain, Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella I of Castile. John succeeded his father in 1521 at the age of nineteen.
John III of Portugal (died 1557)
On June 7, in the year 1502, John III of Portugal (died 1557). This event is recorded as a Notable Births event in the history of June 7, a notable event in this corner of history.
1 notable person is associated with this event, including John III of Portugal. Learn more below.
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- This event took place on June 7, 1502 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Notable Births event in recorded history.
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- 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 21 March 2026.
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