| Order of Naval Merit | |
|---|---|
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| Type | State Order |
| Awarded for | To those who have served with distinction in the Brazilian Navy or have contributed in some way to the Navy |
| Country |  Brazil |
| Presented by | Brazilian Navy |
| Eligibility | Naval military personnel only |
| Status | Active |
| Established | 4 July 1934 |
The Order of Naval Merit (Portuguese: Ordem do Mérito Naval) is a Brazilian military decoration established on 4 July 1934 by president Getúlio Vargas.[1][2]
- ^ "The Federative Republic of Brazil: Order of Naval Merit". Medals of the World. 16 June 2007. Retrieved 19 April 2014.
- ^ "Decree Nº 24.659". camara.leg.br (in Brazilian Portuguese). 4 July 1934. Retrieved 12 December 2022.