Celebrating 75 Years Behind the Lens: A Tribute to Portugal's Iconic Photojournalist Fernando Corrêa dos Santos
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Celebrating 75 Years Behind the Lens: A Tribute to Portugal's Iconic Photojournalist Fernando Corrêa dos Santos

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  • Fernando Corrêa dos Santos honored with the Cultural Merit Medal in Lisbon.

  • Celebrates 75 years of contributions to photojournalism in Portugal.

  • Corrêa dos Santos describes the award as an unexpected prize.

A Remarkable Milestone

Fernando Corrêa dos Santos, one of Portugal's most prominent photojournalists, was honored this Thursday with the Cultural Merit Medal at the Lisbon City Hall.

A Humble Recognition

Reflecting on the award, Corrêa dos Santos expressed, "This is an unexpected prize. I simply did my job as a professional." His dedication over 75 years behind the camera has significantly contributed to the field of photojournalism in Portugal.

Fernando Corrêa dos Santos

This recognition not only celebrates his extensive career but also highlights the impact of photojournalism in documenting the cultural and social landscape of the nation.

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