Pedro I
Americannoun
noun
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“Five hours into my sail out of San Pedro, I had my first impression of the Pacific Ocean: It’s crazy,” Kang wrote in his book, “Yes, I’m Crazy for the Ocean.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2023
Pedro I was acclaimed Constitutional Emperor and Perpetual Defender of Brazil, and he was crowned in Rio de Janeiro with much pomp and ceremony.
From Textbooks • Dec. 14, 2022
She was “a lady as brave as honest,” and in 1823, she was decorated by Dom Pedro I for her service.
From Textbooks • Dec. 14, 2022
Pedro I declared Brazil’s independence in 1822 and imperial rule lasted until 1889, when the monarchy gave way to a republic.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 23, 2022
"Come below, Pedro, I want to talk to you."
From The Trader's Wife 1901 by Becke, Louis
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