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Royal Order of Spain
Order of knighthood of the Kingdom of Spain / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Royal Order of Spain, originally founded as Ordre royal d'Espagne is an extinct order of knighthood of the Kingdom of Spain founded by Joseph Bonaparte.
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Quick Facts Royal Order of Spain, Awarded by the King of Spain ...
Royal Order of Spain | |
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![]() Cross and sash of the order as depicted in the Vinkhuijzen Collection | |
Awarded by the King of Spain | |
Type | State Order |
Established | 20 October 1808 |
Royal house | House of Bonaparte |
Motto | Virtute et Fide |
Awarded for | Bravery on the battlefield as well as for civilian accomplishments |
Status | Obsolete |
Founder | Joseph Bonaparte |
Grades | Grand cross (grand cordon) Commander (commandeur) Knight (chevalier) |
![]() Ribbon of the order |
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