Battle of Vilanova

Date: September 17, 1658 • Location: Caminha, Portugal

Portuguese Restoration War: Having crossed the Minho and entered Portuguese territory, a Spanish army was victorious in the Battle of Vilanova.

The Portuguese Restoration War, December 1640 to February 1668, ended with the Treaty of Lisbon, which dissolved the Iberian Union between Portugal and Spain.

This milestone marked a defining occurrence in Portugal's and world history, leaving an indelible imprint on societal development, international relations, and cultural memory. Its enduring ramifications continue to be examined and commemorated by historians and scholars across the globe.