French Legion of Honor Presentation

SAMSUNG CSCOn Friday, February 27, 2015,  Vincent Floreani, Consul General of France in Chicago presented Charles ‘Chick’ Bruns with the Legion of Honor medal. The Legion of Honor is France’s highest distinction and through this award, the French government pays tribute to the soldiers who did so much for France 70 years ago.

SAMSUNG CSCAround 100 people attended the ceremony that was held in the VFW 5520 hall in Champaign, IL where Chick is a Life Member. This VFW was chartered by Chick’s Father-in-law Ralph Fleshner, the father of Rita who is mentioned quite often in the dairy.

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Vincent Floreani & Chick

As part of the ceremony, Champaign Mayor Don Gerard presented Chick the ‘Key to the City’; Jason Staub, VFW Sr. Vice Commander of VFW 5520 shared what it means to have veterans like Chick; and Father David Sajdak from Holy Cross Church where Chick still ushers every Sunday said the invocation & benediction.

The event was covered by many of the local news media. In addition, FOX News carried a live feed during the The Real Story with Gretchen Carlson.

Chick and 2 sons, Chuck & John

Chick and 2 sons Chuck & John

Friends, family and  “people I didn’t even know”  all came to shake Chick’s hand and let them know how much they appreciated him and his service to our country.

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1 Response to French Legion of Honor Presentation

  1. Dorothy says:

    Thank you Sir for your service and sharing your memories with everyone …..so much to learn from you. May God ‘s blessings be with you always.

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