Royal document signed by King George V awarded to John Cadman Esquire "companion of Our Most Distinguished Order of Saint Michael and Saint George, Doctor of Science, Professor of Mining, University of Birmingham, Member of the Staff of the Ministry of Munitions" the "license to wear the Cross of Officer of the Legion of Honor" conferred by the President of the French Republic, "in recognition of valuable services rendered by you in the cause of the Allies". Signed "George R.I." at header, dated October 6th, 1917.
Size: (opened) 16 x 13"
Provenance: Lifelong memorabilia collection of John DiMauro (1953-2023)