Carlos Luz

ModernPoliticianBrazil1894 — 1961

Briefest Brazilian president, 3 days.

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Quick Facts

Born

1894

Died

1961

Country

Brazil

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)78

Influence (20%)58

Legacy (20%)55

Leadership (15%)82

Strategy (15%)42

Total Score61.6

Carlos Luz — Complete Timeline

1955 AD

Appointed President of the Chamber of DeputiesPolitical Action

Carlos Luz was elected President of the Chamber of Deputies in 1955. This position placed him in the constitutional line of succession to the presidency of Brazil.

Brazilian politicsLegislative role

Impact: national

Became President of Brazil for Three DaysPolitical Action◆ Major

Following the suicide of President Get

PresidencyShortest termSuccession

Impact: national

Ousted by Military CoupPolitical Action◆ Major

On November 11, 1955, a military movement led by General Henrique Teixeira Lott removed Luz from office, accusing him of plotting to prevent the inauguration of President-elect Juscelino Kubitschek. Luz was replaced by Nereu Ramos.

CoupMilitary interventionPolitical crisis

Impact: nationaldestructive