Bandeirantes
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saopaulo1
S 23° 34.794 W 046° 39.647
23K E 330519 N 7391300
A monument representing the bandeirantes, leaders of Brazil's bandeira movement.
Waymark Code: WM198Y
Location: Brazil
Date Posted: 03/02/2007
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Bandeirantes were the leaders of the Bandeira movement. The bandeiras were expeditions by Paulistas (people from Sao Paulo)as well as allied Indians to find precious metals and stones. They also looked for new Indian slaves and runaway slaves. The bandeirantes left from São Paulo dos Campos de Piratininga (now Sao Paulo) following the rivers.
Identity of Rider: Bandeirantes
Name of artist: Victor Brecheret
Material: Stone
Unusual Features: It's about 70 ft long
Position: One Hoof Raised
Identity of Horse: Not listed
Date of Dedication: Not listed
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