SMGP-2550 Venezuela Francisco De Miranda Medal

This Order was founded in Venezuela as the Medal of Honor “Francisco de Miranda” on July 21, 1933. It was originally awarded to military personnel from the Army or Navy in recognition of length of service rendered to the Army.

However, the Medal was promoted Order by Congressional Decree on July 28, 1939, and it was likewise regulated on July 14, 1943. Since then, the Order has rewarded civilians for extraordinary merit within the fields of science, technology, and humanities.

Currently, the Order is the second highest official award within the country.