Afonso Costa

Portuguese Prime Minister and lawyer

Afonso Costa - Leaders & Politicians born March 6th, 1871
Born
Died

1937
88 years ago — 66 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Portugal

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Served as the 59th Prime Minister of Portugal from 1917 to 1919. Focused on political reforms and modernization during his tenure. Represented the Portuguese Republic in various international discussions. Contributed to the establishment of several social and economic policies.

Served as Prime Minister from 1917 to 1919

Advocated for political reforms in Portugal

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