King Teodosio I of Portugal

The Infante Teodosio (Theodosius) was the heir-apparent of King John IV of Portugal.
Teodosio was born in 1634. He died in 1653 when he was 19.
Suppose Teodosio does not die in 1653. He lives many years beyond 1653.
He becomes King of Portugal as Teodosio I in 1656. What happens then?
 
The Infante Teodosio (Theodosius) was the heir-apparent of King John IV of Portugal.
Teodosio was born in 1634. He died in 1653 when he was 19.
Suppose Teodosio does not die in 1653. He lives many years beyond 1653.
He becomes King of Portugal as Teodosio I in 1656. What happens then?
He died young, but since he was very intelligent and very educated, it could have mean a better run Portugal, with more interest in the economic development as soon as peace with Spain is achieved. and given the influences of his tutor, Father António Vieira, it could have meant a more progressive legislation regarding the Inquisition and slavery.
 
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