Physical Description

The Cross consists of a ball-tipped five-pointed star with quadrants showing multiple rays, the obverse centre displays an enameled emblem of the corresponding branch of the Armed forces. Red is for the Army, blue is for the Navy, and deep blue is for the Air force.

History

The Decoration of the Chilean Armed Forces is awarded to civilians, Chileans and foreigners, who has rendered distinguished service to any of the branches of the Chilean Armed forces, i.e., Army, Navy, and Air Force. Each award presents the standard of the corresponding branch.