1850 in Brazil explained

Events in the year 1850 in Brazil.

Incumbents

• Monarch – Pedro II^[1]
• Prime Minister – Marquis of Monte Alegre

Events

• September 4

Law n° 581, known as the Eusébio de Queirós Law, is passed, which extinguishes the African slave trade to Brazil.^[2]

Births

• January 17: Joaquim Arcoverde, cardinal

Notes and References

1. Web site: Pedro II - emperor of Brazil . Encyclopedia Britannica . 13 June 2018 . en.
2. http://www.planalto.gov.br/ccivil_03/leis/LIM/LIM581.htm Lei N° 581, de 4 de setembro de 1850