Did you know that France is seeking American WWII veterans who served on French soil for recognition with the Legion of Honor?

2015-12-07T23:03:14-05:00

France is seeking WWII Veterans for possible award of the French Legion of Honor.

The President of the Republic has decreed that every World War II veteran who has fought under enemy fire on French soil is eligible for this distinction.

How can a veteran apply to receive the Legion of Honor?

Upon presentation of their military file, US veterans who risked their life during World War II fighting on French territory may be awarded this distinction.

Those selected are appointed to the rank of Knight of the Legion of Honor. The Legion of Honor medal is not awarded posthumously.

To be eligible to this outstanding award, the veteran must fit strict criteria:
- Interested veterans of all branches of the armed forces must have fought in at least one of the 4 main campaigns of the Liberation of France: Normandy, Provence, Ardennes or Northern France.
Actions having taken place in Belgium, Germany, Italy or any other neighboring European countries are not taken into consideration.

http://www.consulfrance-nouvelleorleans.org/Order-of-the-Legion-of-Honor.html

Order of the Legion of Honor

The Consulate General of France is seeking veterans in Louisiana that served on French soil during WWII. Veterans that meet the criteria may be eligible for the French Legion of Honor Medal, France's highest honor.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 7 at 2015 11:12 PM

2015-12-07T23:12:20-05:00

Excellent Post, Sir!

Response by PV2 Scott Goodpasture made Dec 7 at 2015 11:22 PM

2015-12-07T23:22:28-05:00

Bout time

Response by CPL(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 8 at 2015 3:39 AM

2015-12-08T03:39:19-05:00

My step grandfather fought in France and got 2 purple hearts for it. He's perfect as a candidate comes.

Response by PO1 William "Chip" Nagel made Dec 8 at 2015 6:53 AM

2015-12-08T06:53:29-05:00

Love It! France doesn't forget those who helped her.

Response by CPT Don Kemp made May 12 at 2018 7:51 PM

2018-05-12T19:51:28-04:00

Good to know. At least they didn’t wait another 10 years to announce this.

Response by MAJ Alvin B. made May 12 at 2018 9:43 PM

2018-05-12T21:43:15-04:00

This has actually been ongoing for many years.

Response by MSG Michael McEleney made Jun 14 at 2018 3:09 PM

2018-06-14T15:09:30-04:00

I wish the USA would do the same for the remaining WW II and Korean, and Vietnam veterans. As they die off, everyone says how proud they are of his/her service. Honor them now, rather then at the grave yard. Should be awarded the Legion of Merit or the DSM.