João Baptista Figueiredo
João Baptista Figueiredo was the last President of Brazil during the military dictatorship, serving from 1979 to 1985. He is known for initiating the process of political abertura, which aimed to gradually transition Brazil back to democracy. His presidency was marked by economic challenges and political unrest, as well as significant social changes. Figueiredo's legacy is complex, as he navigated a period of repression while also paving the way for greater political freedoms. Recently, his grandson, Paulo Figueiredo, has been mentioned in relation to ongoing investigations into political activities and alleged crimes.
Born on Dec 15, 1918 (106 years old)
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João Baptista Figueiredo was the last president during Brazil's military dictatorship and is the grandfather of Paulo Figueiredo.
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João Baptista Figueiredo was the last president of Brazil during the military dictatorship.
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