Afonso II of Portugal

Afonso II of Portugal, also known as Afonso II of Portugal, was the king who ruled from 1211 to 1223. He was the son of Afonso I, the founder of Portugal. His reign was marked by a focus on consolidating royal power and managing conflicts with the nobility. Afonso II faced challenges in enforcing his authority, leading to disputes and his eventual excommunication by the Pope. His contributions include supporting the establishment of the University of Coimbra. Although his reign was relatively short and troubled, Afonso II played a significant role in the early development of the Portuguese monarchy.