The absolute soldier

Wagner William recounts the story of the Marshal , one of the most forgotten figures in 20th-century Brazilian political history.

If it weren't for Marshal Lott, Juscelino Kubitschek wouldn't have taken office. Henrique Duffles Baptista Teixeira Lott—who led the military movement known as the November 11th Movement to neutralize the conspiracy hatched within the government to prevent JK's inauguration—had his name virtually erased from history books after the 1964 military coup. But his presence in Brazil's political history was nonetheless significant.

What motivated this man, admired by left-wing politicians who shared no ideological affinity with him, and hated by those who wore his army uniform during the 1964 coup? How can we understand a character from history books who is a hero for upholding the will of the polls, but a villain for ousting two presidents in the name of legality? A life that tells the story of Brazil.

In The Absolute Soldier: A Biography of Marshal Henrique Lott , journalist Wagner William proves the importance of the marshal, rescues his memory and recalls the life of this man, from his training in Military Schools to his performance in the governments of Getúlio, JK and Jango.