Hermes Rodrigues da Fonseca

Brazilian president during WWI

Hermes Rodrigues da Fonseca - Brazilian president during WWI
Born

1855
170 years ago

Died

September 9th, 1923
102 years ago — 68 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Brazil

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Served as the President of Brazil from 1910 to 1914. Implemented significant reforms in Brazil's military and infrastructure. Modernized the Brazilian army and promoted nationalism. Faced challenges such as economic instability and political unrest during tenure. After presidency, continued to influence Brazilian politics.

Served as president from 1910 to 1914

Reformed the Brazilian military

Modernized infrastructure in Brazil

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