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Who were ten US Citizens who have been awarded the French Legion of Honor?
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Julia Child for her contribution to the world of fine foods.
Miles Davis, Jazz musician.
Walt Disney for his contribution to the arts.
Elias Howe for the invention of the sewing machine.
Jerry Lewis as both a Chevalier (1984) and Commandeur (2006).
Alan Greenspan, Economist.
Frances C. Wilson, Lieutenant General, USMC.
Audie Murphy, of WWII fame.
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In 1906, when he had been rehabilitated and was re-installated as an Army officer.
Can the french Legion of Honor be conferred posthumously?
nope
What was the French Medal of Honor given to U.S. black soldiers in WW1?
The Croix de Guerre and the Legion of Honor.
When was Holocaust Memorial at California Palace of the Legion of Honor created?
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Which of the following actions would best support the idea that Napoleon should be called a son of the French revolution?
His creation of the legion of honor.
When was Alfred Dreyfus awarded the Legion of Honor?
In 1906, when he had been rehabilitated and was re-installated as an Army officer.
Where can you purchase the fourragere for the legion of honor?
the fourragere is for the french legion of honor award
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He was very popular in France and the French president said that he was "a great musician, a great American and a great friend of our country." That was why they wanted to give him the award.
Can the french Legion of Honor be conferred posthumously?
nope
Who is usually awarded the Legion of Honor?
Legion of Honor originated in the European country of France. It rewards civilians and soldiers based on a system of merit rather than a system of nobility.
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Did James Baldwin earn a French legion of Honor?
James Baldwin was appointed Commander of the Legion d'Honneur in 1986.
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The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the highest honor awarded to American citizens. She was awarded it for her achievements in art.
What was the French Medal of Honor given to U.S. black soldiers in WW1?
The Croix de Guerre and the Legion of Honor.
What countries awarded Alvin York the Medal of Honor?
Only the United States. He also received some awards from France, including their highest award, the Legion of Honor.
When was Philippine Legion of Honor created?
Philippine Legion of Honor was created in 1947.
Who became a commander in France's Order of Arts and Letters in 1984 and two months later was awarded France's Legion of Honor?
Jerry Lewis
