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Dr. Hawass
Awarded the Grade of Officer in the Order of Arts and Letters of the
Republic of France
July 2007
On Sunday July 8th, in an elegant ceremony at the Giza residence of
Ambassador Philippe Coste, Dr. Hawass was presented with a medal and
ribbon which signify his induction into the Order of Arts and Letters of
the Republic of France. The Order was created in 1957 to recognize persons
distinguished by their contributions to arts and letters in France and in
the world. Dr. Hawass joins a select group of international recipients of
this honor, including William Faulkner, and Ella Fitzgerald, among other luminaries. Celebrities, noted scholars, and other
VIP’s from Egypt and abroad joined in celebrating the occasion with Dr.
Hawass at the reception which followed the ceremony.
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Ambassador Coste introduces Dr. Hawass |
Ambassador Coste pins the medal of the Order on Dr. Hawass’ lapel. |
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Saying a few words about the long history of cooperation in
archaeology between France and Egypt |
Ambassador Coste, Dr. Ali Radwan, and other attendees enjoying Dr.
Hawass’ remarks. |
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With Amal Othman of al-Ahram Weekly and actress Leila Alwy. |
Left to right: Actress Libliba; Dr. Samir Farag, head of the Luxor
Council; Afkar El-Kharadey, head of el-Damia magazine
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In conversation with Ambassador Abdel Raouf El-Reedy, behind them
Ahmad Rageb |
With noted author Ahmad Rageb |
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Ambassador Coste congratulates Dr. Hawass
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