Gisèle Pelicot, the French woman who earned international recognition after publicly testifying at her mass-rape trial last year, has been given France's top honour. The 72-year-old was named knight of the Legion of Honour on a list announced ahead of France's Bastille Day.

After enduring a decade of sexual abuse, Gisèle Pelicot faced her attackers in court, broke her silence, and became a symbol of justice and resilience. She waived her anonymity and called it not just her battle,

Gisèle Pelicot, who became a symbol for women's rights in France during the rape trial against her ex-husband and dozens of accomplices, has received France's highest civic honour. Pelicot was named knight of the Legion of Honour on a list published in the official gazette on Sunday.