The medal, the country’s top military honour for bravery, recognises their courage during World War II.
The men risked their lives and were often wounded during the fight for liberation.
The veterans receiving the honour were Alexander Barron, Tom Bird, Dennis Cox, Gordon Fleming, Frank Jones, Charles Kennedy and Percy Redfern.
Established by Napoleon Bonaparte in May 1802, the Legion d’Honneur is awarded for gallantry in action or 25 years’ distinguished service in military or civilian life.
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