José Rodrigues Maio
Lifeguard
About José Rodrigues Maio
Lived 1817 – 1884 (aged 67). José Rodrigues Maio was a lifeguard and fisher.
José Rodrigues Maio, more commonly known as Cego do Maio CvTE (8 October 1817 – 13 November 1884) was a Portuguese hero, lifeguard and fisherman from Póvoa de Varzim.
He was awarded the highest honour of the State, the Collar of Knight of the Order of the Tower and Sword and the Gold medal of the Royal Humanitarian Society of Porto, placed personally by King Louis I for the lives that he saved in the sea of Póvoa de Varzim.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was José Rodrigues Maio?
Lifeguard
When was José Rodrigues Maio born?
José Rodrigues Maio was born on 8 October 1817 in Póvoa de Varzim.
When did José Rodrigues Maio die?
José Rodrigues Maio died on 13 November 1884 in Póvoa de Varzim.
What was José Rodrigues Maio's occupation?
José Rodrigues Maio was a lifeguard and fisher.
What nationality was José Rodrigues Maio?
José Rodrigues Maio's recorded nationality: Kingdom of Portugal, Portuguese people.
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