581 The French medal, the "Ordre national de la Légion d'honneur"(Legion of Honor),was bestowed upon John G. Morris - former photography editor: Magnum, Washington Post, New York Times, National Geographic - Paris, France. The award was created 1802 by Napoleon Bonaparte. The order is generally, although not exclusively, awarded for military service. The Order is the highest and most prestigious decoration in France. May this be an inspiration to photojournalist - young and old - around the world. 0 2009-01-05T04:25:18Z 0 2009-01-05T04:25:18Z true 25801 false 10827 2009-01-05T04:25:18Z Princeton, New Jersey true 2009-07-05T00:00:00Z true french-award-the-ordre-national-de-la-lgion-dhonneur 1 2009-01-05T16:30:26Z 10827