António Ramalho Eanes
Portuguese general and 16th President
Born
January 25th, 1935
90 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Portugal
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Served as a general in the Portuguese Army and held the presidency from 1976 to 1986. Contributed to the transition of Portugal from dictatorship to democracy following the Carnation Revolution in 1974. Played a key role in establishing a multiparty system and restoring civil liberties in the country. Eanes was instrumental in Portugal's integration into European institutions during his presidency.
Served as the first President of Portugal after the Carnation Revolution
Led the country during its transition to democracy
Promoted Portugal's accession to the European Economic Community
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