State of Maranhão (colonial)
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Historical
Summary
The State of Maranhão was a colonial division of the Portuguese Empire in South America established in 1621. Its capital was initially São Luís before moving to Belém. It was created to enhance military defense and regional trade in the northern territories.
Statistics
Area
92,090.00 km²
Population
10,663,982