France: Legion of Honour
Légion d'Honneur
Ribbon: Red.
Instituted: 19 May 1802.
Awarded: For eminent service to the nation, civilian or military.
Grades: 5 (Grand Cross, Grand Officer, Commander, Officer and Knight).
| 1st Empire | 100 Days | 1st Restoration |
| 2nd Restoration | July Monarchy | 2nd Republic |
| Presidency | 2nd Empire 1852 - 70 |
3rd Republic 1870 - 1940 |
| 4th Republic | 5th Republic | |
| Grand Cross: Badge | Sorry - no picture of obverse | Sorry - no picture of reverse |
| Grand Cross: Star | Sorry - no picture of obverse | Sorry - no picture of reverse |
| Grand Officer: Badge | Sorry - no picture of obverse | Sorry - no picture of reverse |
| Grand Officer: Star | Sorry - no picture of obverse | Sorry - no picture of reverse |
| Commander | Sorry - no picture of obverse | Sorry - no picture of reverse |
| Officer | Sorry - no picture of obverse | Sorry - no picture of reverse |
| Knight |  |
 |
| World Medals Index | Text List | Ribbon Chart | References |
Page last updated: 19 June 2023