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1632
A chapel of Nossa Senhora da Estrela is recorded in the Calhau parish.
Nossa Senhora da Estrela (chapel) Church of Our Lady of Calhau
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1632
The first works of the Pico fortress (Castelo de São João do Pico) in Funchal were completed; the date is inscribed over its outer gate.
Fortaleza do PicoPico (Castle of São João do) Fortress of the Pico
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16 June 1632
The Funchal council recorded that St James the Less was credited with sparing Madeira from the pirates of 1617.
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22 June 1632
The Funchal council renewed its old vows to St James by a new deed, confirming Madeiran gratitude after grain relief and the building of a new chapel.
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25 July 1632
Bishop D. Jerónimo Fernando blessed the new chapel of St James in Funchal.
St James the Less (church)Vow to St James D. Jerónimo Fernando Santa Maria Maior