1979 in Portugal explained

Events in the year 1979 in Portugal.

Incumbents

• President

António Ramalho Eanes

• Prime Minister

Carlos Mota Pinto (until 1 August), Maria de Lourdes Pintasilgo (since 1 August)

Events

• 1 August - Establishment of the V Constitutional Government of Portugal.^[1]

Culture

Portugal participated in the Eurovision Song Contest 1979 with Manuela Bravo and the song "Sobe, sobe, balão sobe".

Sports

In association football, for the first-tier league seasons, see 1978–79 Primeira Divisão and 1979–80 Primeira Divisão.

Notes and References

1. Web site: TOMADA DE POSSE DO V GOVERNO CONSTITUCIONAL. 15 June 2014. www.portugal.gov.pt. Government of Portugal. pt.