Légion d'honneur
The Légion d'honneur (Legion of Honor (AmE) or Legion of Honour (ComE)) is an Order of Chivalry awarded by the President of France. First instituted by Napoléon Bonaparte, First Consul of the French Republic, on May 19, 1802, it is one of the most prestigious French awards and the country's highest civilian honour. This Order replaces the previous Orders of Saint Michael, The Holy Spirit, Saint Louis, Saint Lazarus and Mount Carmel.
External link
- Chancery of the Legion of Honour (in French)
- Canadian Embassy article about the Legion (English)
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| ► | Introduction |
| ► | Description |
| ► | Composition |
| ► | Insignia |
| ► | Palace and Museum of the Legion of Honour |
| ► | See also |
| ► | External link |
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