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1968 in Portugal

Explore 3 historical events and records for Portugal in 1968.

Historical records for Portugal in 1968

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June

Golden Boot European Golden Shoe

da Silva Ferreira, Eusebio · Forward · Sport / Football

Scores 42 goals for Benfica to claim the European Golden Shoe scoring honour. The achievement reflects the first edition of the European scoring distinction.

September

Prime Minister of Portugal

Caetano, Marcello · Prime Minister of Portugal · Government / Government of Portugal

Appointed Prime Minister of Portugal, succeeds Salazar

Resignation of Antonio Salazar

Salazar, Antonio · Lisbon · Prime Minister of Portugal · Government / National Government

Resigns as Prime Minister of Porrtugal

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