The Order of Naval Merit (Portuguese: Ordem do Mérito Naval) is a Brazilian military decoration established on 4 July 1934 by president Getúlio Vargas.[1][2]
Order of Naval Merit | |
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Type | State Order |
Awarded for | To those who have served with distinction in the Brazilian Navy or have contributed in some way to the Navy |
Country | Brazil |
Presented by | Brazilian Navy |
Eligibility | Naval military personnel only |
Status | Active |
Established | 4 July 1934 |
Design edit
On the obverse side of the medal is the effigy of the republic, surrounded by a circle of blue enamel, on which is written the words "Naval Merit".[3] On the reverse side, the word "Brasil" is inscribed in the same blue circle.[3] The medal is composed with a red grosgrain ribbon, or chamalotada, with a light blue stripe in the center.
Grades edit
The five grades are Grand Cross, Grand Officer, Commander, Officer, and Chevalier[dubious – discuss].
Ribbons | ||||
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Grand Cross Grã-Cruz | Grand Officer Grande-Oficial | Commander Comendador | Officer Oficial | Knight Cavaleiro |
References edit
- ^ "The Federative Republic of Brazil: Order of Naval Merit". Medals of the World. 16 June 2007. Retrieved 19 April 2014.
- ^ "Decree Nº 24.659". camara.leg.br (in Brazilian Portuguese). 4 July 1934. Retrieved 12 December 2022.
- ^ a b "Decree Nº 3.400". Planalto.gov.br (in Portuguese). 3 April 2000. Retrieved 19 April 2014.
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