About Mariana da Fonseca
Lived 1826 – 1905 (aged 79). Mariana da Fonseca was a Brazilian politician.
Mariana Meireles da Fonseca (10 February 1826 – 9 April 1905) was the wife of Deodoro da Fonseca, the 1st president of Brazil, and the first woman to serve as the first lady of the country, between 1889 and 1891.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Mariana da Fonseca?
1st First Lady of Brazil from 1889 to 1891
When was Mariana da Fonseca born?
Mariana da Fonseca was born on 10 February 1826 in Rio de Janeiro.
When did Mariana da Fonseca die?
Mariana da Fonseca died on 9 April 1905 in Rio de Janeiro.
What was Mariana da Fonseca's occupation?
Mariana da Fonseca was a politician.
What nationality was Mariana da Fonseca?
Mariana da Fonseca was Brazilian.
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· Wikipedia: Mariana da Fonseca
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Mariana da Fonseca. https://biography.guide/mariana-da-fonseca/
MLA: "Mariana da Fonseca." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/mariana-da-fonseca/.
Chicago: "Mariana da Fonseca." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/mariana-da-fonseca/.
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