This medal is awarded to military personnel of the Uruguayan Army who participated in outstanding events or acts during their services that denote acts of courage or heroism, which by their nature elevate the image and prestige of this armed branch and also to serve as an exemplary guide for the rest of the Army personnel to follow.

[1][3] The presentation is made in a formal ceremony at the location of the military unit where the honoree is currently serving, directed by the Commander-in-Chief of the Army or a representative.

The Sun, present in pre-Columbian American symbology such as in Inca culture, represents the giver of life and fortune.

[3] The medal is a Greek cross made of gold-plated metal of 4 centimeters of width and height, filled in gules for "Heroism" rank and in silver for "Distinguished Valor", loaded in its center with an azure circle of 1.5 centimeters in diameter, on which an eight-ray sun is charged, at the base of which is a laurel and olive tree branches, tied by a ribbon, all in gold.

In the white part of its center an eight-ray sun is charged relief with the wreath of laurel and olive branches tied with a ribbon, in gold for "Heroism" and in silver for "Distinguished Valor".