The Order of the Ermine (L’Ordre de l’Hermine) was originally a chivalric order of the 14th and 15th centuries in the Duchy of Brittany. The ermine is the emblem of Brittany. In the 20th century, it was revived by the Cultural Institute of Brittany as an honor for those contributing to Breton culture. It was created in 1972 to honor those who contribute to Breton culture and development. At its head is a Chancellor (Yves Lainé) and two vice-chancellors: Riwanon Kervella and André Lavanant. The siege is at the Institut Culturel de Bretagne, the castle of the Ermine, Vannes.

Recipients

References

  1. Distinctions remises au Parlement de Bretagne
  2. Le Télégramme de Brest, 1er octobre 2008
  3. Ouest France du 12–13 septembre 2009, éditions Bretagne, page 7
  4. Agence Bretagne Presse
  5. Distinctions given at the Festival interceltique.


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