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3 days ago · The Legion of Honor, established in 1802, is France's highest distinction. It is awarded to individuals, both military and civilian, who have made contributions to France and its ideals.
3 days ago · 25th MAy 2024 – (Shanghai) Wang Anyi, a renowned Chinese writer, was bestowed the prestigious Chevalier of the Legion of Honour, the highest order of merit in France, during a ceremony held in Shanghai on Friday. Bertrand Lortholary, the French ambassador to China, presented the award to Wang in recognition of her exceptional contributions to […]
2 days ago · In 2001, in recognition of her contributions to the nation, she was awarded the Bharat Ratna, becoming only the second singer to receive India's highest civilian honour. [18] In 2007, France made her an Officer of the National Order of the Legion of Honour, the country's highest civilian award. [19]
3 days ago · Corneliu Zelea Codreanu [a] ( Romanian: [korˈneliu ˈzele̯a koˈdre̯anu] ⓘ; 13 September 1899 – 30 November 1938), born Corneliu Codreanu according to his birth certificate, [1] [b] was a Romanian politician of the far right, the founder and charismatic leader of the Iron Guard or The Legion of the Archangel Michael (also known as the Legionary Movement ), an ultranationalist and ...
5 days ago · In recognition of her significant contributions to French culture and music, Mireille Mathieu was awarded the prestigious Order of the Legion of Honour. This esteemed accolade highlights her lasting impact on the industry and her dedication to her craft.
3 days ago · In 1999, she became the first Canadian to received the UNESCO Artist for Peace title and was the third musical artist to be inducted into the Canadian Broadcast Hall of Fame. [7] In 2008, she was presented with the honorary Legion of Honor, the highest French order of merit, by former French president Nicolas Sarkozy.
5 days ago · The Blanchester American Legion Post #179 Honor Guard will hold a Memorial Day service at the GAR Memorial at the Flag Circle in the Westboro IOOF Cemetery, Monday, May 27 at 2 pm.
