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Floriano Peixoto

president of Brazil

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association with Florianópolis

In Florianópolis
…the government of Brazilian president Floriano Peixoto. When the revolution collapsed, the city was renamed to honour the president.
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role in Brazilian history

In Brazil: Transition to civilian rule
Floriano Peixoto, the equally militaristic vice president, ascended to office on November 23, defeated several monarchist and military revolts, and restored a measure of tranquillity and order to the nation.
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