When was Washington Luís born?

Washington Luís was born on 26 October 1869 in Macaé.

What positions has Washington Luís held?

Positions held by Washington Luís include: President of Brazil (1926–1930); mayor of São Paulo (1914–1919); São Paulo senator.

Where did Washington Luís study?

Washington Luís was educated at Law School of the University of São Paulo, University of São Paulo.

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Washington Luís

President of Brazil from 1926 to 1930

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Washington Luís Pereira de Sousa was a Brazilian politician who served as the 13th president of Brazil. Elected governor of São Paulo state in 1920 and president of Brazil in 1926, Washington Luís belonged to the Republican Party of São Paulo (PRP) and served as the last president of the First Brazilian Republic.

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Born: 26 October 1869 wd
Place of birth: Macaé wd
Died: 4 August 1957 wd
Place of death: São Paulo wd
Citizenship: Brazil wd
Occupation: politician, lawyer, historian, governor, author wd
Political party: Republican Party of São Paulo wd
Education: Law School of the University of São Paulo, University of São Paulo wd
Spouse: Sofia Pais de Barros wd

Positions held wd

President of Brazil (15 November 1926 – 24 October 1930)
mayor of São Paulo (15 January 1914 – 15 August 1919)
São Paulo senator

Awards wd

Grand Cross of the Military Order of Christ
Collar of the Order of Isabella the Catholic‎ (1929)

Questions

When was Washington Luís born?: Washington Luís was born on 26 October 1869 in Macaé.
What positions has Washington Luís held?: Positions held by Washington Luís include: President of Brazil (1926–1930); mayor of São Paulo (1914–1919); São Paulo senator.
Where did Washington Luís study?: Washington Luís was educated at Law School of the University of São Paulo, University of São Paulo.

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Last updated 3 November 2026 · facts checked 5 November 2026

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