On the mainland, an invasion of even greater significance followed in 1580, when Philip II of Spain proclaimed himself king of Portugal and marched his armies across the border.
Philip II of Spain was repelled by 1582.
mnli hypothesis: Philip II of Spain was repelled by 1582. premise: On the mainland, an invasion of even greater significance followed in 1580, when Philip II of Spain proclaimed himself king of Portugal and marched his armies across the border.