Cross for the Second Army, Silver Cross

SKU: 02.ESP.0140.102.01

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  • country
    Spain
  • date of institution
    March 31, 1815
  • remarks
    (Spanish: Distinción Segundo Ejército) It is a very scarce medal.

History


The Cross for the Second Army was instituted by King Ferdinand VII on March 31, 1815. It was conferred upon the military personnel belonged to the Second Army, in recognition of distinguished services and bravery during the War of Independence.

The Gold Cross was awarded to Generals and Officers, while the Silver Cross was awarded to the troops.

The Cross features an obverse inscription that translates to "Recompense of Military Virtue," and a reverse inscription that translates to "Second Army."

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Cross for the Second Army, Silver Cross

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  • Composition

    Silver

  • Inscription

    Obv: L PREMIO A LA VIRTUD MILITAR Rev: SEGUNDO EXERCITO

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