José Pontes
Biographical information
| Roles | Administrator |
|---|---|
| Sex | Male |
| Full name | José Joaquim•Fernandes Pontes |
| Used name | José•Pontes |
| Born | 22 April 1879 in Vilarandelo, Valpaços, Distrito de Vila Real (POR) |
| Died | 24 September 1961 in Lisboa, Distrito de Lisboa (POR) |
| NOC |  Portugal |
Biography
José Joaquim Fernandes was a medical doctor who was Vice-President of the Inter-Allied Committee for War Victims. He was President of the Portuguese Olympic Committee from 1920-57. He favored gymnastics, weightlifting and wrestling and served as President of the Portuguese Gymnastics Club. Fernandes served for 10 years on the IOC, from 1946-56, resigning in 1956, after which he was named an Honorary Member.
Organization roles
| Role | Organization | Tenure | NOC | As | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Member | International Olympic Committee | 1946—1956 | POR |
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| Honorary | International Olympic Committee | 1956—1961 | POR |
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