Medal for Humaitá, Gold Medal

SKU: 02.BRA.0123.101.01

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  • country
    Brazil
  • date of institution
    March 14, 1868

History


Established by Emperor Dom Pedro II in 1868, the Medal for Humaitá was awarded to Brazilian military personnel who opened up the passage of the Paraná River, defeating Paraguayan forces during the War of the Triple Alliance (1865-1870).

The Medal was awarded with three classes according to the rank of the recipient. The Gold Medal was awarded to Generals, Silver Medal was conferred upon Officers, and the Bronze Medal was granted to enlisted men.

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Medal for Humaitá, Gold Medal

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  • Composition

    Gold

  • Inscription

    Obv: A ESQUADRA BRAZILEIRA FORÇA O PASSO DE HUMAITÁ XIX DE FEVEREIRO DE MDCCCLXVIII Rev: AOS DA PASSAGEM DE HUMAITA

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    35mm

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