Historical Events tagged with "getúlio vargas"

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Politics & Government

João Café Filho Becomes President of Brazil

August 24th, 1954 70 years ago

Following the suicide of President Getúlio Vargas, Vice President João Café Filho was inaugurated as the new president of Brazil. This transition marked a significant change in the Brazilian political landscape amidst a period of turmoil and instability. Café Filho, known for his moderate approach, took office in Rio de Janeiro, assuming leadership during a challenging time for the nation as it grappled with Vargas’s controversial legacy and growing political tensions.

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Politics & Government

Getúlio Vargas Assumes Control of Brazil

November 3rd, 1930 94 years ago

Getúlio Vargas became the head of Brazil's Provisional Government following a bloodless coup that resulted in significant political change. On October 24, Vargas and his supporters orchestrated an effective takeover, targeting the prevailing regimes that had been in power since the early 1920s. The coup reflected widespread discontent among various sectors of Brazilian society, notably the military and industrialists, who were seeking new leadership capable of addressing economic challenges and social unrest. Vargas's ascension marked the beginning of a new era in Brazilian politics, ultimately leading to major reforms and modernizations.

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