About Evaristo da Veiga
Lived 1799 – 1837 (aged 37). Evaristo da Veiga was a Brazilian journalist, politician, writer and poet.
Evaristo Ferreira da Veiga e Barros (8 October 1799 – 12 May 1837) was a Brazilian poet, journalist, politician, and bookseller. Veiga founded one of the first Brazilian newspapers, A Aurora Fluminense, in 1827, during the reign of Emperor Pedro I. He was also deputy and senator for Minas Gerais. Veiga composed poems, including the lyrics for the Hino da Independência and is the patron of the tenth seat of the Brazilian Academy of Letters.
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Who was Evaristo da Veiga?
Brazilian journalist and politician (1799-1837)
When was Evaristo da Veiga born?
Evaristo da Veiga was born on 8 October 1799 in Rio de Janeiro.
When did Evaristo da Veiga die?
Evaristo da Veiga died on 12 May 1837 in Rio de Janeiro.
What was Evaristo da Veiga's occupation?
Evaristo da Veiga was a journalist, politician, writer and poet.
What nationality was Evaristo da Veiga?
Evaristo da Veiga was Brazilian.
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