When did the Iberian Union between Spain and Portugal begin?
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The Iberian Union between Spain and Portugal began in 1580 when King Philip II of Spain seized the Portuguese crown. This union lasted for 60 years and had a significant impact on the Portuguese Empire, as it became the target of attacks by rival European powers.
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