António José de Almeida
Portuguese physician and 6th President
Born
July 27th, 1866
158 years ago
Died
October 31st, 1929
95 years ago — 63 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Portugal
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Served as the 6th President of Portugal from 1919 to 1923. Almeida was a prominent physician, contributing to medical advancements in the country. His political career included involvement in various government roles, including Minister of Public Works, where significant public infrastructure projects were initiated. Almeida's tenure as president focused on stabilizing the nation during tumultuous times following the Portuguese Republican Revolution.
Presidency of Portugal from 1919 to 1923
Minister of Public Works
Contributions to medical advancements
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