November 29, 1807 – March 7, 1808

The Portuguese court flees Napoleon's invasion for Brazil

On 29 November 1807, as French troops advance on Lisbon, Prince Regent John and the court, perhaps 10,000-15,000 people, sail for Brazil. They reach Salvador on 22 January 1808 and Rio de Janeiro on 7 March, making it the seat of the empire.