Estátua da Lenda de Inês Negra

Statue related to the legend of Agnes black. In 1388, the beginning of the reign of King João I, waged a war against Castile for independence from Portugal. One of the consequences of this conflict was the division between the aristocracy and the Portuguese people, and taking many lands on the part of Castile. At this point, Inez, a woman of Black people loyal to the Portuguese cause, abandoned when this town set Melgaço beside the King of Castile. Later, King John I decided to re-conquer Melgaço, and Agnes Black joined his army. However the two armies did not come to play. According to legend, the battle was fought between Agnes and Arrenegado "Black, a long-time enemy who had opted to support the Castilians. The latter challenged Agnes high black walls, proposing that the conflict was resolved between the two with the agreement of the Castilian army. Amazed, d. João I attended the affirmative answer from Agnes black. After both agreed, the two armies clashed with swords and Agnes Black got the better of me. The next day, the Spaniards abandoned Melgaço and d. João I wanted to reward the heroin, but this responded that was fully rewarded by the beating he had given to his enemy. "