What honorary title starting with'O' did Porter receive?
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OM, short for Order of Merit, is an honorary title bestowed upon individuals for exceptional achievements in various fields, mainly science, the arts, literature, or public service. Instituted by King Edward VII in 1902, the OM is regarded as one of the highest honors in the United Kingdom and is limited to only 24 living recipients at any given time, emphasizing the exclusivity and prestige associated with this prestigious title.
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