José Linhares 1886 – 1957

Biography

José Linhares was born on January 28, 1886, in the town of Baturité, Brazil, during a transformative period in his nation’s history. His early years were shaped by the social and political currents of late nineteenth-century Brazil, which would eventually lead him into a career of public service and leadership.

Throughout his life, Linhares rose to prominence in Brazilian political circles, ultimately serving as President of Brazil during a significant chapter of the nation’s development. His tenure reflected the complexities and challenges of early twentieth-century Brazilian governance, as the country navigated profound changes in its political structure and international standing.

Linhares remained active in public life for many decades, witnessing and participating in the evolution of Brazilian institutions. He died on January 26, 1957, in Caxambu, just two days before what would have been his seventy-first birthday. His long life spanned nearly seven decades of Brazilian history, encompassing periods of considerable transformation that would leave lasting marks on the nation’s trajectory.