Officier The Ordre des Palmes Académiques (Order of Academic Palms) is an order of knighthood of France for academics and cultural and educational figures.

The early Palmes académiques was instituted on 17 March 1808 and was only awarded to teachers or professors.

In 1850 the decoration was divided into two known classes:[1] Since 1955 the Ordre des palmes académiques has comprised three grades: In 1866, the scope of the award was widened to include major contributions to French national education and culture made by anyone, including foreigners.

It was also made available to any French expatriates making major contributions to the expansion of French culture throughout the world.

The following is an incomplete list of foreign recipients of the Ordre, with sources of information as indicated: Chevalier Chevalier Officier Chevalier Professor of Microbiology, Medical School, Democritus University of Thrace Chevalier Officier Chevalier Chevalier Chevalier Chevalier Officier Commander https://sj.k12.tr/personel/sevim-ozkut/