Delfim Moreira

ModernPoliticianBrazil1868 — 1920

Acting Brazilian president, died in office.

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Quick Facts

Born

1868

Died

1920

Country

Brazil

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)49

Political (20%)26

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)36

Leadership (15%)45

Strategy (15%)42

Total Score40.2

Delfim Moreira — Complete Timeline

1918 AD

Assumed the Presidency of BrazilPolitical Action◆ Major

Delfim Moreira became acting President of Brazil after the death of President-elect Rodrigues Alves. He served from 1918 to 1919, completing the remainder of Alves's term. His presidency was brief and transitional.

PresidencyActing PresidentTransition

Impact: national

Governed During the Spanish Flu PandemicOther

Moreira's presidency coincided with the Spanish flu pandemic in Brazil, which caused widespread illness and death. His government implemented public health measures, including quarantines and the distribution of medical supplies.

Spanish FluPublic HealthPandemic

Impact: national

1919 AD

Maintained Neutrality in Post-WWI DiplomacyPolitical Action

Moreira continued Brazil's neutral foreign policy after World War I, focusing on internal stability. He did not pursue major international initiatives, leaving foreign policy largely unchanged from the Br

Foreign PolicyNeutralityPost-WWI

Impact: national

1920 AD

Died in OfficePolitical Action◆ Major

Delfim Moreira died while still serving as acting president. His death led to a new presidential election, which was won by Epit

Death in OfficePresidencyEnd of Term

Impact: nationaltragic