The Federative Republic of Brazil: Order of Merit for DefenceOrdem do Mérito da DefensaRibbon: Equal stripes of green, white and blue.
Instituted: 11 June 2002 by President Fernando Henrique Cardoso, replacing the Order of Merit of the Armed Forces. Awarded: For service to the armed forces or defence of the nation. Grades: 5 (Grand Cross, Grand Officer, Commander, Officer and Knight).
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