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The creation of the Legion of Honour — The national order instituted on 19 May 1802
Instituted to reward military and civil merit, the Legion of Honour replaced the abolished orders of the Old Regime — “it is with baubles that men are led”, its founder is said to have remarked. (Editorial synthesis)
The creation of the Legion of Honour took place on 19 May 1802. (source: Fondation Napoléon)
The creation of the Legion of Honour took place in Paris. (source: Fondation Napoléon)
The creation of the Legion of Honour ended in a national order of merit open to soldiers and civilians alike. (source: Fondation Napoléon)
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