Fidei et Virtuti
The Cross Fidei et Virtuti, also referred to as Cross of Mentana, was a decoration for military merit bestowed by the Holy See during the Italian unification.
| Cross Fidei et Virtuti Cross of Mentana | |
|---|---|
| Type | one degree medal |
| Awarded for | Participation in the campaign against Garibaldi's volunteers in 1867 |
| Presented by | The Holy See |
| Eligibility | French and Papal troops |
| Status | Obsolete |
| Established | November 14, 1867 |
Ribbon of the Cross Fidei et Virtuti | |
| Precedence | |
| Next (higher) | Benemerenti medal |
| Equivalent | Medal Pro Petri Sede |
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