Legion of Honor
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Legion of Honor
Translation of French Légion d'honneur
Example Sentences
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San Francisco’s Legion of Honor hosts a survey dedicated to the ancient society, ranging from detailed works in gold to bronze ritual objects.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 20, 2026
“The Etruscans: From the Heart of Ancient Italy” at the San Francisco Legion of Honor museum aims to rectify that.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 18, 2026
The French president decorated Indigenous leader Raoni Metuktire with the prestigious Legion of Honor medal for efforts at conserving the rainforest.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 26, 2024
Macron also criticized his culture minister’s decision to launch a disciplinary procedure concerning Depardieu’s prestigious Order of the Legion of Honor, which could lead to the award getting rescinded.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 21, 2023
He was a little old man with the ribbon of the Legion of Honor in his lapel.
From "The Stranger" by Albert Camus
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