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Paul McCartney to receive Legion of Honour

The former Beatle will become the first British musician to receive the honour, at a gala ceremony from the French presidentPaul McCartney is to receive France's highest cultural distinction at a ceremony this week. President François Hollande will decorate the former Beatle with the country's Legion of Honour, as the rank of officer.Hollande's office made the announcement on Sunday, ahead of the gala ceremony to be held on 8 September. McCartney will be the first British musician to be awarded...

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07:15 on September 4 2012

Paul McCartney set for French honour

Jam! Showbiz Music, Canada — French President Francois Hollande is scheduled to decorate former Beatle Paul McCartney with a Legion of Honour award, the president's office told Reuters on Monday. more info

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10:00 on September 4 2012

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ContactMusic — Sir Paul McCartney is to be given a Legion dhonneur award in France The British singer will receive the medal - Frances highest public distinction - from President Franco... more info

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15:34 on September 4 2012

Paul McCartney to receive Legion of Honour

Guardian Music — The former Beatle will become the first British musician to receive the honour, at a gala ceremony from the French presidentPaul McCartney is to receive France's highest ... more info

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17:03 on September 5 2012