Decoration Protector of the Free Peoples General José Artigas
URY002 Condecoración Protector de los Pueblos Libres General José Artigas
- Decoration instituted by Law No. 14413 of 12 August 1975.
- Decoration awarded to those who had contributed with extraordinary acts or services rendered for the benefit of the country.
- Decoration was eliminated on 13 March 1985.
- José Gervasio Artigas - is a national hero of Uruguay.