Born in 1945 as the seventh child, he grows up in poverty working as a street vendor and later a lathe operator. After losing a finger in an industrial accident, he becomes a prominent trade union activist, leading to his imprisonment.
Aristides is Lula's father, although his abandonment and abusive behavior deeply damage the family.
Aristides is identified as Lula's father. After Lula's birth, Aristides moves to Santos and later lives in the same house with both families.
Lula is Dona Lindu's son, and their bond is shaped by poverty, separation, and her steadfast care.
The plot identifies Lula as Dona Lindu's seventh child. She raises him and his siblings alone before moving with them to Santos and later São Paulo.
The brothers' family connection directly influences Lula's political awakening.
Ziza is identified as Lula's brother, and Ziza's arrest becomes a direct catalyst for Lula's union activism.
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