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Province Of Alagoas
The Province of Alagoas was part of the United Kingdom of Portugal, Brazil and the Algarves, and later of the Empire of Brazil, being created after the Captaincy of Alagoas. History Creation of the ''comarca'' After the events of the Palmares War, Alagoas began to show evidence of prosperity and development, both economically and culturally. Its main wealth was sugar, and Cassava, manioc, tobacco and corn were also produced, although on a smaller scale; hides, skins and brazilwood were exported. The abundant forests provided wood for the construction of ships. In the convents of Penedo and Alagoas (now Marechal Deodoro, Alagoas, Marechal Deodoro), the Franciscans held courses and published sermons and poetry. This context justified the royal act of October 9, 1710 that created the ''comarca'' of Alagoas, which was only established in 1711. From then on, the judicial organization restricted the feudal arbitrariness of the lords and the representatives of the metropolis; the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Flag Of Alagoas
The flag of Alagoas was created by State Law of Alagoas No. 2628 on 23 September 1963. The colors (red, white, and blue) refer to the French ''Tricolore'', symbolizing the ideals of the French Revolution: ''liberté, égalité, fraternité''. Symbolism The coat of arms symbolizes the first city of Porto Calvo. The three shells represent the three historic villages of the state, present-day Porto Calvo, Marechal Deodoro, and Penedo. The three fish represent the three main and largest lagoons of the then-town: Mundaú, Manguaba, and Jequiá, and also represent fishing. The green bouquets in the center of the flag depict sugarcane and cotton. The five-pointed silver star is a Brazilian heraldic tradition and refers to the star on the coat of arms of Brazil. It also refers to the '' Hino de Alagoas'' ( pt), which refers to the state as a "bright star" ( pt, estrela radiosa). Image:Bandeira Província de Alagoas.svg, Unofficial flag of Alagoas Alagoas (, ) is one of the 2 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
