Augusto Pestana
Brazilian engineer and politician
Born
May 22nd, 1868
156 years ago
Died
1934
91 years ago — 66 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Brazil
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Born in 1868, a Brazilian engineer and politician played a significant role in the development of infrastructure in Brazil. He served as the Mayor of São Paulo and was integral in urban planning and public works initiatives. His work laid the groundwork for modern municipal governance in São Paulo, contributing to the city's growth and modernization during the early 20th century.
Served as Mayor of São Paulo
Contributed to urban planning and infrastructure development
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