Identity area
Reference code
Beaton/D/1/10/13
Unique identifier
GB 275 Beaton/D/1/10/13
Title
Letter to Beaton from Buckingham Palace, regarding the Legion of Honour
Date(s)
- 10 June 1960 (Creation)
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Extent and medium
1p paper
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Scope and content
Typewritten letter, concerning the permission granted to Beaton to wear the insignia of the Chevalier de la Legion d'Honneur, which was conferred by the President of France for eminent public service. The letter sets out the restrictions on when Beaton is allowed to wear the insignia, as authorised by the Queen.