Antônio de Siqueira Campos
Brazilian revolutionary / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Antônio de Siqueira Campos (18 May 1898 – 10 May 1930) was a leader and one of two survivors of a military revolt that occurred in July 1922 on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, which became known as the 18 of the Copacabana Fort revolt. Following release from prison he took part in further rebellions including the so-called Prestes Column from 1925 to 1927.
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Antônio de Siqueira Campos | |
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Born | (1898-05-18)18 May 1898. Rio Claro, São Paulo, Brazil |
Died | 10 May 1930(1930-05-10) (aged 31) |
Nationality | Brazilian |
Occupation(s) | Soldier and revolutionary |
Known for | Participation in events leading up to the Brazilian Revolution of 1930 |
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