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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Boston News, dated May 25, 1949. The headline reads "Priest is Decorated by France," and the article is about Father Armand Morissette of Lowell, Massachusetts, who was awarded the Legion Medal by France. The article is written by Grace Davidson.
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The article underscores the impact of Father Morissette's humanitarian efforts and the lasting gratitude of the French community.
120 Tremont Street
Boston 11, Mass.
Post
Mar 25, 1949
PRIEST IS DECORATED BY FRANCE
Fr. Armand Morisette of Lowell Awarded Legion Medal
By GRACE DAVIDSON
The pictureque figure of a group of French sailors and women gathered last night at the French consulate to present awards was an unsung parish priest from Lowell. Until the French consul, M. Jean Chateau, announced his name, few persons of the great world of affairs had ever heard of him. But to the sailors of the French navy, Father Morisette is there in the world of affairs and he was awarded the Legion of Honor for “this most efficient service” to the sailors.
BELOVED BY THOUSANDS
He is beloved by thousands of French sailors who have never been to Lowell. For the past eight years, he has been a chaplain of the French navy. When the sailors come to Boston, they look upon the modest, self-effacing priest as a father, a friend, a confidant and adviser. Whatever the weather or hour, Father Morisette is there to minister to their needs.
At the consulate last night, as he stood at the midst as a chaplain of the French sailors, the French consul, M. Jean Chateau, presented the medal to him. He was accompanied by his sister, Mrs. R. Kinney of Boston. Also present were Mrs. George R. Roberts, director of the Foyer Francais at Harvard, and his brother, the Rev. Father J. Morisette, a professor at the Foyer Francais at Harvard. Also present were Mrs. George R. Roberts, director of the Foyer Francais at Harvard, and his brother, the Rev. Father J. Morisette, a professor at the Foyer Francais at Harvard. Also present were Mrs. George R. Roberts, director of the Foyer Francais at Harvard, and his brother, the Rev. Father J. Morisette, a professor at the Foyer Francais at Harvard.
AN AMERICAN OF FRENCH PARENTS
Father Morisette is a son of the soil. His parents were French. He was born in Lowell and was educated at the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester. He was ordained to the priesthood in 1910. He has been a chaplain of the French navy for the past eight years. He is the 10th generation of the family to be a priest.
The French consul, M. Jean Chateau, said that Father Morisette has been a great friend of the French navy for many years. He has been a great help to the sailors who come to Boston. He has been a great help to the sailors who come to Boston. He has been a great help to the sailors who come to Boston.
“I WILL NEVER FORGET”
The French consul said that Father Morisette has been a great friend of the French navy for many years. He has been a great help to the sailors who come to Boston. He has been a great help to the sailors who come to Boston. He has been a great help to the sailors who come to Boston.
“I WILL NEVER FORGET”
The French consul said that Father Morisette has been a great friend of the French navy for many years. He has been a great help to the sailors who come to Boston. He has been a great help to the sailors who come to Boston. He has been a great help to the sailors who come to Boston.
“I WILL NEVER FORGET”
The French consul said that Father Morisette has been a great friend of the French navy for many years. He has been a great help to the sailors who come to Boston. He has been a great help to the sailors who come to Boston. He has been a great help to the sailors who come to Boston.
The image is a newspaper clipping from the Boston News Clip dated March 5, 1943. The article is titled "Priest is Decorated by France" and focuses on Fr. Armand Morissette, a priest from Lowell, Massachusetts.
The article describes how Fr. Morissette was awarded the Legion of Honor by the French government. The Legion of Honor is one of France's highest honors, often given to individuals who have shown exceptional service or have made significant contributions to France.
The clipping highlights that the priest was recognized for his efforts during World War II, specifically for his support and dedication to French soldiers and sailors who were stranded in the United States. The article mentions that a large group of distinguished men and women gathered at the French consulate in Boston to honor Fr. Morissette, with many of them being descendants of French soldiers.
It also notes that Fr. Morissette's family has a long-standing connection to France, with his great-grandfather having fought for France in the Napoleonic Wars. The article further elaborates on the priest's involvement and the significant impact he had on the morale and well-being of French soldiers and sailors during their stay in the United States.
Grace Davidson, the author of the article, mentions that the ceremony included a number of French dignitaries and representatives, including the French Consul, and detailed the emotional and historical significance of the event.
The image is a newspaper clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated March 25, 1969. The article is titled "Priest is Decorated by France," detailing how Fr. Armand Morissette, a priest from Lowell, Massachusetts, was awarded the Legion of Honor by France.
The article, written by Grace Davidson, describes a small ceremony held in Boston where Fr. Morissette received the Legion of Honor medal. The priest, known for his humanitarian efforts, was honored for his service to the French sailors during World War II, despite not being a French citizen.
The story notes that Fr. Morissette, a member of the Society of Jesus, helped over 100 families in France and supported many French sailors who had escaped to the United States. He was also instrumental in helping French sailors return to France after the war.
The article highlights that Fr. Morissette's family has been involved with the French community for generations, with his ancestors being among the first French settlers in the Massachusetts Bay Colony in the 17th century. He was decorated by the French ambassador to the United States, General De Gaulle, and will return to France to accept the award officially. The article also mentions the presence of several notable people, including Dr. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., at the ceremony.
The image is a black-and-white newspaper clipping from the Boston News Glip, dated March 25, 1949. The headline reads "Priest Is Decorated by France," and the article is titled "Fr. Armand Morissette of Lowell Awarded Legion Medal."
The article, written by Grace Davidson, describes how Father Armand Morissette, a priest from Lowell, Massachusetts, was awarded the Legion of Honor by France for his service during World War II. The Legion of Honor is one of France's most distinguished awards.
The article notes that Father Morissette was among a group of 13 distinguished French sailors who were honored. Thousands of French sailors had served in the U.S. Navy during the war, and Father Morissette was recognized for his efforts in supporting them.
The text mentions that Father Morissette, along with his father, had previously been decorated by the French government for his service. He was presented with the medal at the French Consulate in Boston.
The article highlights that Father Morissette's ancestors were French Canadians who came to Canada in the 17th century, and his family has a long history of service to France. It also includes quotes from Father Morissette about his ancestors and his own experiences during the war, including the sinking of the French cruiser Émile Bertin, on which he served.
The clipping also notes that Father Morissette was the chaplain of the French sailors and had visited Paris and other parts of France. He expressed his pride in his French heritage and his desire to return to France to continue his service.
The image is a newspaper clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated May 25, 1929. The headline reads "Priest Is Decorated By France," and the article details the awarding of the Legion Medal to Fr. Armand Morissette of Lowell.
The article, written by Grace Davidson, reports that a group of distinguished men and women gathered at the French consulate in Boston to witness the award ceremony. Fr. Armand Morissette was honored with the Legion Medal, France's most esteemed award, for his non-combatant service during World War I.
The article further explains that Fr. Morissette's family has deep roots in the French-Canadian community, with his ancestors having settled in Canada five generations ago. He was born in Manchester, New Hampshire, and served in the U.S. Army as a chaplain during the war.
Additionally, the piece mentions that the French consulate in Boston received a large number of applications from families seeking information about relatives who went to France during the war but did not return. The priest's surprise and honor at receiving this medal are highlighted, along with his modest and self-effacing demeanor.
The Legion Medal is described as France's highest honor, often compared to the Victoria Cross in Britain or the Medal of Honor in the United States. The article concludes by noting the pride of French families whose relatives have been honored with this prestigious award.
This image shows two newspaper clipping segments mounted on a gray background. The header of one segment reads "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" from "120 Tremont Street Boston 8, Mass." and it's addressed to "Post Boston, Mass." The date marked is "MAR 25 1949."
The main headline states "PRIEST IS DECORATED BY FRANCE," and just below it, "Fr. Armand Morissette of Lowell Awarded Legion Medal." The article is written by Grace Davidson and it details an event where a parish priest from Lowell, Fr. Armand Morissette, was awarded the Legion of Honor medal by the French government, recognizing his "most efficient services" to the French cause.
The article goes on to describe Father Morissette as "BELOVED BY THOUSANDS," highlighting how he provided solace and care to people during the war and how he served French sailors in particular. It mentions that he was among a group of notable individuals being honored and relays Father Morissette's reaction to receiving the award, his relationship with French sailors, and his hope to one day visit Paris and Rome.
Below the header, there are stamps or markings, one red and another unclear, which indicate some sort of administrative or processing action has taken place regarding this clipping. The full text of the article may not be legible due to the quality of the image and size of the text.
The image shows a newspaper clipping with a headline that reads "PRIEST IS DECORATED BY FRANCE" and "Fr. Armand Morissette of Lowell Awarded Legion Medal." The clipping is from the Boston News Clip, dated March 2, 1949. The article discusses the decoration of Fr. Armand Morissette, a priest from Lowell, Massachusetts, with the Legion of Honor medal by France. The article highlights the priest's dedication to the French sailors during World War II and his role in providing them with food, clothing, and shelter. The clipping also mentions the priest's surprise at receiving the decoration and his hope to return to France and meet the French sailors again.
The image shows a scanned newspaper clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated March 5, 1918, from the Boston News located at 170 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass. The headline reads:
The article is about Fr. Armand Morissette of Lowell, who has been awarded the Legion of Honor by Grace Davidson, the picturesque figure in a group of distinguished men and women gathered last night at an unusual parish commemoration for the Legion of Honor.
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The article provides a vivid portrayal of Fr. Morissette’s dedication to sailors and his recognition by France for his service, underscoring the strong ties between French-Canadian communities in the U.S. and France during World War I.
The image shows a newspaper clipping with the title "PRIEST IS DECORATED BY FRANCE" in bold letters. The clipping is from the Boston News Clip, dated March 5, 1949, and published in Boston, Massachusetts. The clipping features a picture of a priest, Fr. Armand Morissette, who is being awarded the Legion of Honor by France. The article describes the ceremony and the priest's service during World War II. The clipping is mounted on a gray background, possibly for display or preservation purposes.