Honorific orders of Portugal

Honorific orders of Portugal

Honorific orders of Portugal is the attribution of decoration to individuals personal bravery, achievement, or service to Portugal. Portugal has had a long tradition in rewarding it's citizens.

The decorations are given by the President of the Portuguese Republic, currently Aníbal Cavaco Silva.

Ancient military orders

Order of the Tower and Sword

Order of Christ

Order of Aviz

Order of St. James of the Sword

National orders

Order of Infante D. Henrique

Order of Liberty

Orders of civil merit

Order of Merit

Order of Public Instruction

Order of Agricultural, Commercial and Industrial Merit

External links

* [http://www.ordens.presidencia.pt/portugues.htm Official site (PT)]
* [http://www.jvarnoso.com/orders/ The Portuguese Military Orders (EN)]


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