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António de Spínola

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Born April 11, 1910 · Estremoz, Portugal

Died August 13, 1996

Biography

António Sebastião Ribeiro de Spínola was a Portuguese military officer, author and conservative politician who played an important role in Portugal's transition to democracy following the Carnation Revolution.

Awards & recognition

  • Grand Cross of the Military Order of the Tower and Sword · 1987
  • Grand Cross of the Order of Isabella the Catholic · 1987
  • Grand Officer of the Military Order of the Tower and Sword · 1973
  • Commander of the Military Order of Avis · 1959
  • Officer of the Military Order of Avis · 1948
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  • Blue Division Medal
  • Grand Cross of the Sash of the Three Orders
  • Medalla de la Campaña de Rusia

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