The Chaconia Medal (abbreviated C.M. or CM) is the second highest state decoration of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. Established in 1969, the medal honours long and meritorious service to promote national welfare or community spirit. It is awarded in three classes: gold, silver and bronze.[1] The medal may only be awarded to ten individuals annually.[2]
| Chaconia Medal | |
|---|---|
| Type | Three class long and meritorious service decoration |
| Awarded for | "...long and meritorious service to Trinidad and Tobago tending to promote the national welfare or strengthen the community spirit." |
| Presented by |  Trinidad and Tobago |
| Eligibility | Nationals and Non-Nationals |
| Post-nominals | CM |
| Status | Currently awarded |
| Established | 1969 |
| Last awarded | 2022 |
 Ribbon bar of the award | |
| Precedence | |
| Next (higher) | Order of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago |
| Next (lower) | Hummingbird Medal |
Recipients edit
References edit
- ^ Robertson, Megan. "Trinidad & Tobago: Chaconia Medal". Medals of the World. Retrieved 26 December 2011.
- ^ National Awards. "The Chaconia Medal". National Library and Information System Authority. Archived from the original on 23 June 2015. Retrieved 23 June 2015.