Get ready to dive into the fascinating world of Napoleon and the story of his own unique Legion d' Honneur. Discover the stories behind this prestigious award which was presented to Napoleon's friend and personal guard Captain Poppleton. Don't miss this unique opportunity to see the actual Legion d'Honneur and learn how it came into the possession of the the speaker Mick Atkinson. This is a Friends of the Museum talk.
Napoleon and the World's Best Medal
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