chevalier

For her support of its cultural institutions, the French government inducted her into the Order of Arts and Letters as a chevalier.

Four years earlier, France had given her similar recognition, naming her a chevalier of the Order of Arts and Letters.

Tanner was made an honorary chevalier, or knighthood, of the Legion of Honor, France’s highest award, for his achievements.

He caught the attention of King Louis XV, who named him a chevalier.

She smiled at the young chevaliers they passed—and smirked at the court women who eyed her pink-and-white gown.