Carlos Alberto Brilhante Ustra
Brazilian colonel and military figure
Born
Died
2015
11 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
Brazil
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Born on July 28, 1932, a Brazilian colonel served as the chief of police in São Paulo during a period marked by political repression and military rule. Ustra was a prominent figure within the military government that ruled Brazil from 1964 to 1985. His leadership of the DOI-CODI, a notorious branch of the military police focused on political dissent, included involvement in the persecution of leftist activists. Following Brazil's transition to democracy, Ustra faced criticism and legal actions for human rights abuses during his tenure. His life and actions have been the subject of significant historical and cultural discussion in Brazil, reflecting the complexities of military rule in the country.
Served as chief of São Paulo police
Led DOI-CODI during military regime
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