Isabel Madeira
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Isabel Madeira (floruit 1546) was a Portuguese soldier, known for her participation in the defence of Portuguese Diu in India during the siege of 1546. She was the captain of a battalion of female combatants.
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Isabel Madeira | |
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Personal details | |
Born | 16th-century |
Died | Unknown |
Nationality | Portugal |
Occupation | Military commander |
Military service | |
Rank | Captain |
Unit | Portuguese Empire |
Commands | Female Battalion Captain |
Battles/wars | Siege of Diu (1546) |
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