A Portuguese Love

  Military vehicle symbol of 25 April Revolution T-Shirt Available online April 25th is now celebrated as a national holiday in Portugal. This day commemorates a bloodless military coup that received substantial support from the civilian population. It ushered in a period of democracy and civil liberties for the Portuguese people, putting an end to nearly five decades of dictatorship (1937-1974). The Carnation Revolution brought down the Estado Novo regime, which had been the longest-standing dictatorship in Europe, transforming the Portuguese political system from an authoritarian regime into a democracy. When you examine the footage and photos of the April 25th Revolution, you can witness military vehicles on the streets of Lisbon with soldiers alongside civilians. One of these vehicles is the " chaimite ," a light armored personnel carrier. It held the distinction of being the first military vehicle manufactured in Portugal and played a crucial role during the Portuguese ...

  Military vehicle camouflage pattern button Available online On April 25, 1974 , a peaceful military coup unfolded in Portugal, marking the end of the repressive and dictatorial rule in the country. The Carnation Revolution stands as the final significant popular uprising in the history of Western Europe. The Estado Novo, Europe's longest-lasting dictatorship, had held sway for nearly five decades, with its origins dating back to 1933. Shortly after midnight, tanks rolled into Lisbon, assuming control of television and radio centers, as well as the airport. Troops, armed with machine guns, stormed the barracks where the Prime Minister and two of his ministers had sought refuge. Spontaneous demonstrations filled the streets, with thousands of civilians intermingling with the soldiers, particularly those from the newly formed MFA (Movement of Armed Forces), despite orders to remain indoors. They chanted, "O Povo unido, jamais sera vencido!" which translates to " The...

  25 April, the Carnation Revolution, Portugal T-Shirt Available to buy online The 25th of April Revolution, famously known as the Carnation Revolution, had its origins in a military coup led by a group of several hundred lieutenants, captains, and majors who had grown disillusioned with their experiences in the colonial wars in Africa. This audacious move unfolded in a country where an authoritarian regime had maintained its grip on power for nearly half a century. The red carnation emerged as the symbol of this revolution, and the inspiration for this illustration draws from this iconic emblem. The story behind this Portuguese symbol traces back to a peculiar incident during a celebration of Tourist Day in 1974. On that day, Lisbon's markets were brimming with carnations. A well-known restaurant had planned to commemorate its one-year anniversary, but the unfolding Revolution prompted its manager to decide against opening for the day. The restaurant purchased carnations, which ...