Alfredo de Freitas Branco and Lusitanian Integralism

Abstract

This article intends to highlight the connection of Alfredo de Freitas Branco to Lusitanian Integralism, a movement that emerged in Portugal, in the beginning of 1914, of an antiliberal matrix, whose fundamental program established, among other aspects, the return to a traditionalist monarchy, centered on the King’s figure.
In this sense, we try to present a brief historical background of the Lusitanian Integralism and some essential aspects of its doctrinal and political development, especially in the first quarter of the 20^th century, its period of greatest influence.
In articulation with the history of the movement, we approach the action of Alfredo de Freitas Branco, as a member of Lusitanian Integralism, highlighting his contribution in the formation and propagation of the integralist project.

Keywords

Alfredo de Freitas Branco; Lusitanian Integralism; Monarchy; Doctrine.