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This Order of the Legion of Honor was established by Napoleon in 1802 for rewarding serivces in both civil and military.

This award was presented by the French government to Gen. James H. "Jimmy" Doolittle for his services to the cause of Allied victory during World War II.

 Display Status

This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin France Type AWARDS-Medals & Ribbons Physical Description Order of the Legion of Honor Grand Officer; white enamel on silver cross surrounded by green enamel wreath; Obverse: bust of Napoleon in relief in center disc surrounded by blue enamel ring with inscription; crossed French tri-color flags surrounded by blue enamel ring with inscription; solid red silk ribbon with rossett. Dimensions 3-D: 3.5 x 1.3 x 9cm (1 3/8 x 1/2 x 3 9/16 in.)
 Materials Medal: Enameled Silver
Ribbon: Silk
 Inventory Number A19600044000 Credit Line Donated by Lt. Gen. James H. Doolittle (USAF, Ret.) Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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