French "Legion of Honour" .. France Highest Award for Merit...

on December 20, 2012

French "Legion of Honour" .. France Highest Award for Merit...

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The French Legion of Honour is also known as the National Order of the Legion of Honour. It was established over two hundred years ago on May 19, 1802 in the time of the first Republic of France. Napolean Bonaparte created this award to commend civilians and soldiers for excellence and as recognition of merit. It is divided into five different classes: Knights, Officers, Commanders, Grand Officer, Grand Cross. Bill Sirmon received this award on February 16, 1919 and was classified in the Knight, or chevalier, category.

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