Order_of_Naval_Merit_(Brazil)

Order of Naval Merit (Brazil)

Order of Naval Merit (Brazil)

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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]

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Design

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

The five grades are Grand Cross, Grand Officer, Commander, Officer, and Chevalier[dubious – discuss].

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References

  1. [1]
    "The Federative Republic of Brazil: Order of Naval Merit". Medals of the World. 16 June 2007. Retrieved 19 April 2014.
  2. [2]
    "Decree Nº 24.659". camara.leg.br (in Brazilian Portuguese). 4 July 1934. Retrieved 12 December 2022.
  3. [3]
    "Decree Nº 3.400". Planalto.gov.br (in Portuguese). 3 April 2000. Retrieved 19 April 2014.
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