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Juscelino Kubitschek

Born September 12, 1902 · Diamantina, Minas Gerais, Brazil

Died August 22, 1976 · aged 73

Juscelino Kubitschek de Oliveira (September 12, 1902 – August 22, 1976), also known by his initials JK, was a Brazilian politician who served as the 21st president of Brazil from 1956 to 1961. Kubitschek's government plan, dubbed "50 years in 5", was centered on economic and social development. During his term the country experienced a period of notable economic growth and relative political stabi…