What accolade did Barnes receive in 2004 from the French Government?
L'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres
The French Legion of Honour
The French National Order of Merit
The Medal of Honour for Culture
Answer
L'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres is an honorary order of the French government awarded to people who have made outstanding contributions to the fields of literature, music, dance, film, theater, fine arts, architecture, and communication. In 2004, Barnes received the award for his contributions to the field of literature. He is one of the few American writers to have received the honor.
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