On Aug. 12, during a ceremony in Pittsboro at 10:30 a.m. Aug. 12 at New Salem Church on Old Graham Road in Pittsboro, Wesley Hart will be awarded the French Legion of Honor <https://www.legiondhonneur.fr/en/page/legion-honor-10-questions/406> for his meritorious service in France during World War II. It’s the highest French decoration of distinction for those in military and civilian life in France, tracing its history to Napoleon Bonaparte, who established it in 1802. Only 300 or so foreigners are recognized with the honor. The public is invited to the event. French Consul General Vincent Hommeril, who’s based in Atlanta, will make the presentation. The event is open to the public.
Please contact me if you have any questions.
Andy Cochran
*Commander Joe Wagner VFW Post 7313*
919.903.6620
Date: Tue, 3 Aug 2021 15:05:44 -0400
From: “Cochran, Andy”
Subject: French Legion of Honor Presentation to Pittsboro Resident