Tiradentes Day Brazil

Tiradentes Day Brazil is an annual national public holiday commemorating the execution of Joaquim José da Silva Xavier, a Brazilian national hero, on April 21, 1792. Known as Tiradentes, which means “tooth-puller” in Portuguese due to his profession as a dentist, Silva Xavier played a pivotal role in the movement for Brazilian independence. He was executed for his involvement in a revolutionary plot against the Portuguese colonial administration. Despite facing a two-year trial, Tiradentes defended his cause with unwavering conviction, becoming a symbol of resistance and patriotism in Brazilian history. Tiradentes Day is observed with various events, including parades, cultural performances, and ceremonies, to honor his legacy and celebrate the ideals of freedom, democracy, and national identity.