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What honorary title was awarded to Thor Heyerdahl?

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The honorary title of Knight of the Order of St. John (KStJ) was bestowed upon Thor Heyerdahl in recognition of his humanitarian contributions and remarkable achievements as a renowned Norwegian explorer and anthropologist. Heyerdahl's unwavering dedication to scientific research and his groundbreaking expeditions, particularly the Kon-Tiki voyage, brought global attention to the field of anthropology and inspired future generations of explorers and researchers.