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Refugees From Cast-Off Empire Struggle in Portugal
In Lisbon, thousands of refugees from former colonies face poverty and unemployment as Portugal, now democratic after 1974, shelters nearly a million arrivals. Families like Burcio and Santos live in shacks or tents while awaiting housing and steady work amid social resentment and welfare fraud concerns.
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Lisbon
Portugal
Sotera Hebelo
Mozambique
Cremilde Burcio
Angola
Dotinda Santos
Timor
Rebelo
Burcio
Miss Santos
Europe
Government Commission For Displaced Persons
National Institute