Medal for Matto Grosso

BRA023 Medalha de Mato Grosso

Medal was instituted by Decree 3826 of 7 August 1867.
Medal was awarded to the troops taking part in the Paraguayan war in the province of Mato Grosso.
Medal was awarded in three classes: gold, silver and bronze.
Mato Grosso Campaign - was an early Paraguayan offensive in the War of the Triple Alliance.