How did some historians view Manuel I's rule?
Unsuccessful
Insignificant
The Empire's downfall began in his reign
Golden Age of Byzantium
Answer
The decline of the Portuguese Empire is attributed to Manuel I's rule. Historians argue that Manuel's expansionist policies and his pursuit of territorial conquests in North Africa, India, and Brazil placed a strain on the empire's resources and manpower. Additionally, his religious intolerance and expulsion of Jews and Muslims from Portugal weakened the nation's economic stability and cultural diversity.
Ruling the Byzantine Empire: The Legacy of Manuel I Komnenos
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