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: The coup was short-lived. By November 17, public opinion had turned against the military. Armed citizens surrounded the barracks, forcing the military leaders to compromise and restore moderate civil leadership. Historical Context of the Liberal Revolution (1820)

: Revolutionaries demanded the return of King João VI from Brazil and the creation of the first Portuguese Constitution, which was eventually ratified in 1822. A RevoluГ§ГЈo Liberal - "A Martinhada" | CГЎpsula ...

: Led by military figures such as Gaspar Teixeira, a radical faction took control of the government in Lisbon. : The coup was short-lived

The Martinhada was a turning point within the larger movement that sought to end absolute monarchy in Portugal. A RevoluГ§ГЈo Liberal - "A Martinhada" | CГЎpsula ...