Spinola Antoniode

Born: Mon Apr 11 1910 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) Birth Place: Estremoz, Portugal Death: Thu Aug 13 1996 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) Age at Death: 86 years Gender: Male Occupation: Military, Politician Political Party: Independent Summary: Portuguese army general and politician who served as the 13th President of Portugal from 1974 to 1976. Early Life and Career: - Born into a noble family in Estremoz, Portugal, on April 11, 1910. - Graduated from the Military Academy in Lisbon and pursued a career in the Portuguese Army. - Served as a general during the Portuguese Colonial War in Africa. Role in the Carnation Revolution: - Became a key figure in the Carnation Revolution, a military coup that overthrew the Estado Novo regime in April 1974. - Led the junta that ruled Portugal after the revolution, known as the Junta of National Salvation. Presidency: - Elected as President of Portugal by the Constituent Assembly in July 1974. - Promoted democratic reforms, including the legalization of political parties and the adoption of a new constitution. - Negotiated the end of Portuguese colonialism in Africa. Later Career and Death: - Resigned as President in July 1976, citing health reasons. - Retired from public life and died in Lisbon on August 13, 1996, at the age of 86. Legacy: - Remembered as a key figure in Portugal's transition to democracy. - His efforts to end colonialism and establish a democratic society paved the way for Portugal's modern era. Social Media Details: - No active social media accounts available. Recent Projects: - None, as he passed away in 1996.