Medal for Bahia

BRA013 Medalha da Restauração de Bahia

Medal instituted by Emperor Dom Pedro I on 2 July 1825.
Medal awarded to Brazilian military and Naval force personnel who participated in the Battle near Salvador, Bahia, on 4 May 1823.
Medal awarded in three classes.
Battle of 4 May - was fought in open sea between the Brazilian Navy and the Portuguese Navy.