José Linhares

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José Linhares
José Linhares

In office
October 29, 1945 – January 31, 1946
Preceded by Getúlio Vargas
Succeeded by Eurico Gaspar Dutra

Born January 28, 1886 (1886-01-28)
Baturité, Ceará
Died January 26, 1957
Caxambu, Minas Gerais
Nationality Brazilian
Political party None

José Linhares (January 28, 1886 - January 26, 1957). Brazilian Chief of Justice. Assumed the presidency of Brazil in 1945-1946, between the deposition of Getúlio Dornelles Vargas and the oath of Eurico Gaspar Dutra. During his provisional administration, measures were taken to re-establish a democratic system of government.

Preceded by
Getúlio Dorneles Vargas
President of Brazil
1945–1946
Succeeded by
Eurico Gaspar Dutra