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    Jacques Chirac

    Jacques Chirac

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    Honours

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    Jacques Chirac's career was marked by his long service to France, culminating in two terms as President. His stand against the Iraq War in 2003 earned him international respect, and his recognition of France's role in deporting Jews during WWII was a historic act of contrition. He was a key architect of the French Fifth Republic's modern political landscape.

    Jacques Chirac receiving an award

    Honours & Distinctions

    Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour

    France·1995

    Automatically awarded as President of France.

    Grand Cross of the Order of Merit

    France·1995

    Automatically awarded as President of France.

    Records & Feats

    First French President to be re-elected after a five-year term

    Historic First·2002

    Chirac was re-elected in 2002, becoming the first president to serve a full five-year term after the constitutional change.