Which crisis involved his grandmother, Catherine, Duchess of Braganza?
Portuguese succession crisis of 1580
War of Portuguese Independence
The Inquisition in Portugal
The Portuguese Civil War
Answer
The Portuguese succession crisis of 1580 arose due to the lack of a direct heir to King Sebastian of Portugal, who died without an heir in the Battle of Alcácer Quibir. Several European monarchs claimed the throne, including Catherine of Braganza, Duchess of Braganza, whose claim was based on her descent from King Manuel I of Portugal.
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