Medal for Coimbra

BRA020 Medalhas do Forte de Coimbra

Medal instituted by Decree 3482 of 8 July 1865.
Medal awarded to Brazilian troops who defended the Fort of Coimbra against invading Paraguayan forces from 26 to 28 December 1864.
Medal awarded in three classes: gold, silver and bronze.
Combate del Fuerte de Coimbra - was a fought on the Fort of Coimbra.