Deodoro da Fonseca

Brazilian field marshal, 1st President

Deodoro da Fonseca - Brazilian field marshal, 1st President
Born

August 5th, 1827
197 years ago

Died

August 23rd, 1892
132 years ago — 65 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Brazil

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Served as a Brazilian field marshal and politician. Led a military coup that resulted in the deposition of the Emperor of Brazil in 1889. Became the first President of Brazil, guiding the country through its early republican period. Faced political challenges and economic difficulties during the presidency, eventually resigning in 1891 amid growing opposition.

Led the establishment of the Brazilian Republic

Served as the first President of Brazil

Resigned from presidency in 1891

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