About Gustavo Capanema
Lived 1900 – 1985 (aged 84). Gustavo Capanema was a Brazilian politician.
Gustavo Capanema Filho (10 August 1900 – 10 March 1985) was a Brazilian politician. He served as Minister of Education and Health for 11 years (1933–1945) during the presidency of Getúlio Vargas, the longest-serving Minister of Education of the country. He also served as federal deputy for Minas Gerais (1946–1971) and senator (1971–1979) for the same state.
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Who was Gustavo Capanema?
Brazilian politician (1900-1985)
When was Gustavo Capanema born?
Gustavo Capanema was born on 10 August 1900 in Pitangui.
When did Gustavo Capanema die?
Gustavo Capanema died on 10 March 1985 in Rio de Janeiro.
What was Gustavo Capanema's occupation?
Gustavo Capanema was a politician.
What nationality was Gustavo Capanema?
Gustavo Capanema was Brazilian.
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