Joao Paulo Lapa

Joao Paulo Lapa is a Portuguese journalist and historian specializing in the history of the bandeirantes, the Portuguese explorers who settled in Brazil. He has written several books on the subject and has been a frequent commentator on Brazilian history. Lapa has a Ph.D. in history from the University of Lisbon and has taught at several universities in Portugal. He is also a skilled researcher and has conducted extensive fieldwork in Brazil. Lapa is known for his expertise on the bandeirantes and their impact on Brazilian history. He has been recognized for his contributions to the field and has received several awards for his work.