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Manuel Quintas de Almeida
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| President of São Tomé and Príncipe | |
| In office 15 August 1995 – 21 August 1995 |
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| Preceded by | Miguel Trovoada |
| Succeeded by | Miguel Trovoada |
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| Born | 1957 Portuguese São Tomé and Príncipe |
| Died | 26 December 2006 (aged 52) São Tomé and Príncipe |
| Nationality | Santomean |
| Political party | MLSTP/Military Junta |
Manuel Quintas de Almeida (born 1957, died 2006) was a military officer from the island nation of São Tomé and Príncipe. He was a lieutenant, which is a rank in the military.
He is known for leading a quick takeover of the government, called a coup, on August 15, 1995. This coup was against the leader of the country at the time, Miguel Trovoada, who had been chosen by the people in an election.
Manuel Quintas de Almeida was in charge for only a short time, just six days. After this, President Miguel Trovoada returned to power. Manuel Quintas de Almeida passed away on December 26, 2006, when he was 52 years old.
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Manuel Quintas de Almeida's Life and Role
Early Life and Military Career
Manuel Quintas de Almeida was born in 1957 in what was then called Portuguese São Tomé and Príncipe. This was before the country became independent. He joined the military and became a lieutenant.
The 1995 Coup in São Tomé and Príncipe
On August 15, 1995, Lieutenant Manuel Quintas de Almeida led a group of soldiers. They took control of the government in São Tomé and Príncipe. This kind of event, where the military suddenly takes power, is called a coup.
The coup removed President Miguel Trovoada from his position. President Trovoada had been chosen by the people in a fair election.
Why the Coup Happened
The soldiers who led the coup said they were unhappy with the government. They felt there were problems with how the country was being run. This led them to try and take control.
The Short Time in Power
Manuel Quintas de Almeida was the leader of the country for a very short time. He was in charge from August 15 to August 21, 1995.
During these six days, he led a temporary military government.
Return to Democracy
After a few days, other countries and groups helped to find a peaceful solution. They worked to make sure that President Miguel Trovoada could return to his job.
This showed the importance of democracy and peaceful ways to solve problems. Manuel Quintas de Almeida stepped down, and President Trovoada was back in power.
Later Life and Passing
After the coup, Manuel Quintas de Almeida did not hold a major public role. He lived a more private life. He died on December 26, 2006, at the age of 52.
See also
- In Spanish: Manuel Quintas de Almeida para niños
