Brazil

Brazil, officially the Federative Republic of Brazil, is the largest and easternmost country in South America and Latin America. Brazil is the world's fifth-largest country by area and the seventh most populous. Its capital is Brasília, and its most populous city is São Paulo. Brazil is a federation composed of 26 states and a Federal District. It is the only country in the Americas where Portuguese is an official language. Brazil is among the world's most multicultural and ethnically diverse nations, due to over a century of mass immigration from around the world.
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Some of the key events about Brazil

  • 1500
    Portuguese colonization began, leading to the exploitation of indigenous peoples and natural resources
  • 1538
    The first African slaves were brought to Brazil, initiating centuries of slavery and oppression
  • 1822
    Brazil declared independence from Portugal, becoming a sovereign nation
  • 1822
    Brazil declared independence from Portugal, but remained a monarchy with limited democratic rights
  • 1888
    Slavery was officially abolished in Brazil with the signing of the Lei Áurea (Golden Law)
  • 1888
    Slavery was officially abolished, but former slaves faced ongoing discrimination and economic hardship
  • 1960
    The new capital city, Brasília, was inaugurated, showcasing modern urban planning and architecture
  • 1964
    A military coup established a dictatorship that lasted for 21 years, suppressing civil liberties and political opposition
  • 1970
    Brazil won its third FIFA World Cup, establishing itself as a football powerhouse
  • 1985
    Brazil transitioned from military rule to democracy with the election of a civilian president
  • 1985
    Hyperinflation reached a peak of 2,477%, severely impacting the economy and living standards
  • 1992
    Rio de Janeiro hosted the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development, also known as the Earth Summit
  • 1992
    The president was impeached on corruption charges, highlighting political instability
  • 1994
    The Real Plan was implemented, successfully stabilizing the Brazilian economy and curbing hyperinflation
  • 2006
    Brazil achieved energy independence, becoming self-sufficient in oil production
  • 2013
    Massive protests erupted across the country against government corruption and poor public services
  • 2014
    Brazil hosted the FIFA World Cup, showcasing its ability to organize a major international sporting event
  • 2015
    A severe economic recession began, leading to increased unemployment and poverty rates
  • 2016
    Rio de Janeiro became the first South American city to host the Summer Olympic Games
  • 2018
    A fire destroyed the National Museum in Rio de Janeiro, resulting in the loss of millions of historical artifacts

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