The head of Greece's Jewish community was
honored by France.David Saltiel, president of the Central Board of Jewish Communities in Greece and head of the Thessaloniki Jewish Community, was awarded the title of the Chevalier of the Order of the Legion of Honor, during a well-attended ceremony held Tuesday in the French Embassy in Athens, .
French ambassador to Greece Christophe Farnaud bestowed the medal on Saltiel and praised his long-time work and achievements for the benefit of the Greek Jewish Community.
"This decoration is recognition of the quality of services and your commitment to our country," French President Nicolas Sarkozy said in a letter to Saltiel. Saltiel is involved in the importing and exporting business with France.
The "Legion d'Honeur" is France's highest civil decoration, created by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1802. The medal is awarded to people of all backgrounds and nationalities who have made significant achievements through scholarship, arts, sciences, politics, business, and social work.
source: JTA
