About Fernão Velho
Fernão Velho was a Portuguese politician.
Fernão Velho (born 14th century) was a Portuguese nobleman who served in the Kingdom of Portugal as Alcaide of Veleda and squire of Peter, Duke of Coimbra.
Biography
Fernão was born in Portugal, the son of Gonçalo Anes Velho, o Contador, and Margarida Annes Durró, belonging to a noble Portuguese family. His wife was Maria Álvares Cabral, daughter or granddaughter of Álvaro Gil Cabral, Lord of Belmonte, and Catarina Anes de Loureiro, a noble lady, belonging to the Casa do Loureiro.
Fernão Velho and Maria Álvares Cabral were the parents of Gonçalo Velho Cabral, who discovered the Santa Maria and São Miguel Islands.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Fernão Velho?
Portuguese noble (14th-15th c.)
When was Fernão Velho born?
Fernão Velho was born in Portugal.
When did Fernão Velho die?
Fernão Velho died in Portugal.
What was Fernão Velho's occupation?
Fernão Velho was a politician.
What nationality was Fernão Velho?
Fernão Velho was Portuguese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Fernão Velho. https://biography.guide/fernao-velho/
MLA: "Fernão Velho." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/fernao-velho/.
Chicago: "Fernão Velho." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/fernao-velho/.
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