Pierre Loti / P Journal 22
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Pierre Loti / P Journal 22
PIERRE LOTI alias Louis-Marie-Julien VIAUD French naval officer and novelist receives the Legion d Honneur grand cross
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1850 Admiral Alias Audience Embracing Journal Julien Legion Loti Marie Novelist Pierre Receives Rochefort Saluting 1923 Viaud
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This evocative photograph captures the moment of honor and recognition bestowed upon the renowned French naval officer and novelist, Pierre Loti, or Louis-Marie-Julien Viaud, as he receives the Legion d'Honneur grand cross in 1923. The setting is the elegant Salon d'Honneur of the Hôtel de Salm in Paris, where the ceremony took place. The officer, dressed in his full naval uniform, stands proudly with his arms outstretched, embracing the admiral presenting him with the prestigious award. Pierre Loti, born in 1850 in Rochefort, France, was a prolific writer who gained fame for his vivid and evocative novels that often drew from his experiences at sea. He joined the French Navy in 1867 and served in various capacities, including as a naval attaché in Japan, which greatly influenced his writing. His works, such as "Pêcheur d'Islande" and "Aziyadé," are considered classics of French literature. The Legion d'Honneur, established in 1802 by Napoleon Bonaparte, is France's highest decoration for military and civil merit. Receiving the grand cross of this esteemed order is a significant achievement, and the image of Loti's acceptance is a testament to his contributions to both the French Navy and French literature. This historical photograph, taken in 1923, is a poignant reminder of a bygone era and the remarkable life of a man who left an indelible mark on French culture.
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