Category Archives: Brazil History

Railroad Lover Documents Brazil’s Stations

by Michael Hone Posted on July 19, 2012

Brazil Travel & Tourism News SAO PAULO — A man from Ribeirão Preto, in São Paulo state, has decided to tell the story of the more than 5,000 train stations in Brazil. Ten months ago, designer and railroad enthusiast Marcelo … Continue reading →

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1962 FIFA World Cup Won by Brazil

by Michael Hone Posted on June 17, 2012

Today in Brazilian History RIO DE JANEIRO – Brazil won the 1962 FIFA World Cup 50 years ago today, June 17th, at the National Stadium in Santiago, Chile. The Brazilian team – which also won the 1958 World Cup in … Continue reading →

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Imperial Era Dock Foundation Unearthed

by Michael Hone Posted on May 5, 2012

Brazil News RIO DE JANEIRO – Mayor Eduardo Paes announced on Friday afternoon, the discovery of the foundation stone of the Dom Pedro II Dock, laid on September 15, 1871 by engineer André Rebouças. Rio’s mayor posted a photo of … Continue reading →

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Category Archives: Brazil History

Railroad Lover Documents Brazil’s Stations

1962 FIFA World Cup Won by Brazil

Imperial Era Dock Foundation Unearthed

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