Luís Filipe Rei Vilar was born in Cascais on November 12, 1941, and was killed in action near Suzana on February 18, 1970, at the age of 28. He was married and had two young sons, Tiago and João Luís.
Luís was a Cavalry Captain graduated from the Portuguese Military Academy. During his first commission as a Captain, he commanded the Cavalry Company 2538 from July 1969 until the day of his death, stationed in Suzana.
The Felupe people from Suzana continue to remember Captain Rei Vilar for his efforts in constructing their school and for his dedication in protecting the children and the wider community of Suzana.