Brazil

Order of Military Merit (Brazil)

The Order of Military Merit (or Ordem do Mérito Militar in Portuguese) is a Brazilian award established in 1934 and presented for distinguished service and exceptional contributions to the country. 

It can be awarded to members of the Brazilian army and friendly nations’ armies.

Classes of the Order of Military Merit

The Order of Defence Merit has five grades:

  • Grand Cross (Grã-Cruz)
  • Grand Officer (Grande-Oficial)
  • Commander (Comendador)
  • Officer (Oficial)
  • Knight (Cavaleiro)

The National Order of Military Merit Medal Design

The ribbon of the Brazilian Order of Defence Merit is green with outer white stripes and edges. 

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