Epitácio Pessoa

Brazilian politician and former president

Epitácio Pessoa - Brazilian politician and former president
Born

May 23rd, 1865
159 years ago

Died

February 13th, 1942
83 years ago — 76 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Brazil

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A lawyer and judge, held the office of 11th President of Brazil from 1919 to 1922. Oversaw a period of relative political stability and economic progress in the country. Developed policies that promoted infrastructure improvements and modernization of the Brazilian economy. Involved in various legal and political reforms during tenure as president, shaping the future governance of Brazil.

Served as the 11th President of Brazil

Promoted infrastructure improvements

Implemented legal and political reforms

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