French President Emmanuel Macron recently bestowed the Legion of Honor upon 11 American veterans, recognizing their exceptional bravery and service to freedom. The Legion of Honor is France's highest civilian and military award, established by Napoleon in 1802.
During the ceremony, Macron expressed his gratitude to the veterans, stating, 'for your bravery, for your service to our freedom.' The recipients of this prestigious honor include Hilbert Margol, John Wardell, Robert Pedigo, Calvin Shiner, Edward Berthold, Dominick Critelli, Bill Cassasa, Victor Chaney, Raymond Glansberg, Richard Stewart, and John Kinyon.