What were the main steps in Brazil's transition from a colony to a democratic country?

Brazil's transition from a colony to a democratic country involved several key steps. Initially, it gained independence from Portugal in 1822, leading to the establishment of the Empire of Brazil under Dom Pedro I. After a period of political turmoil and the abolition of the monarchy in 1889, Brazil became a republic. The 20th century saw various political movements, culminating in the establishment of a military Dictatorship from 1964 to 1985, followed by a return to democracy with the 1988 Constitution, which solidified civil rights and democratic governance.