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Geraldo Magela da Cruz Quintão

1935 – 2024

Brazilian lawyer, former defense minister and former federal attorney general

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About Geraldo Magela da Cruz Quintão

Lived 1935 – 2024 (aged 89). Geraldo Magela da Cruz Quintão was a Brazilian lawyer and politician.

Geraldo Magela da Cruz Quintão (1 July 1935 – 27 December 2024) was a Brazilian politician. Magela also served as the Brazilian Minister of Defence from 2000 to 2002. Magela died on 27 December 2024, at the age of 89.

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Important facts

Born
1 July 1935, Taquaraçu de Minas
Birth century
20th century
Died
27 December 2024
Occupation
Lawyer, politician
Nationality
Brazil
Education
Law School, University of São Paulo
Positions held
Minister of Defense of Brazil, Attorney General of Brazil
Employers
Bank of Brazil
Awards
Order of Military Merit
Also known as
Geraldo Quintão

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Geraldo Magela da Cruz Quintão?

Brazilian lawyer, former defense minister and former federal attorney general

When was Geraldo Magela da Cruz Quintão born?

Geraldo Magela da Cruz Quintão was born on 1 July 1935 in Taquaraçu de Minas.

When did Geraldo Magela da Cruz Quintão die?

Geraldo Magela da Cruz Quintão died on 27 December 2024.

What was Geraldo Magela da Cruz Quintão's occupation?

Geraldo Magela da Cruz Quintão was a lawyer and politician.

What nationality was Geraldo Magela da Cruz Quintão?

Geraldo Magela da Cruz Quintão was Brazilian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Geraldo Magela da Cruz Quintão

· Wikidata: Q5441710

· DBpedia: Geraldo Magela

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