Luiz Inácio da Silva, later known as Lula, is born in 1945 in Garanhuns, Pernambuco, to a poor family. After his father's departure, Lula's mother raises him and his siblings alone. The family moves to Santos, where Lula grows up, and later to São Paulo. He becomes a lathe operator and union president, fighting for workers' rights and fair wages.
Lula, the Son of Brazil
A young boy rises from humble beginnings to become a prominent figure in Brazil's politics, overcoming challenges as he navigates the country's vibrant financial capital.