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Artur da Silva Bernardes (Portuguese: [aɾˈtuɾ da ˈsiwvɐ beɾˈnaɾdʒis]; 8 August 1875 – 23 March 1955) was a Brazilian politician in the early 20th century. Born in Viçosa Minas Gerais he was elected governor of Minas Gerais in 1918. In 1922 he was elected president of Brazil and served until 1926. Facing a military rebellion Bernardes ruled under a state of siege during most of the course of his term.

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active years end date
1926-11-15
active years start date
1922-11-15
birth date
1875-08-08
birth place
Empire of Brazil, Viçosa, Minas Gerais
death date
1955-03-23
death place
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro (state)
nationality
Brazilian people
order in office
12th President of Brazil
party
Mineiro Republican Party
successor
Washington Luís

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