Week including April 21
The Inconfidencia was a colonial uprising for Brazilian independence from Portugal at the
end of the 18th century ( see also Brazil Independence Day).
It is celebrated during the week of April 21 by paying tribute to Joaquim Jose da Silva
Xavier�also known as Tiradentes ("tooth-puller") because of his dentistry practice-who
became a martyr for independence when the uprising was put down and he was executed.
The Inconfidencia Week festivities include performances by orchestras, bands and choirs,
and athletic competitions.
The city of Ouro Preto is honorarily restored to its former position as state capital of
Minas Gerais during the festival.
Full story:
https://encyclopedia2.thefreedictionary.com/Inconfidencia+Week
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