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Public Health Service Awarded by Type Ribbon (decoration) Eligibility Military units Awarded for 'Gallantry, determination, and esprit de corps in accomplishing its mission under extremely difficult and hazardous conditions.' Status Currently awarded Statistics First awarded 1941 Precedence Next (higher) Navy and Marine Corps – Air Force – Coast Guard – Individual equivalent,,, Next (lower) Streamers: Army and Air Force Navy and Marine Corps Coast Guard The Presidential Unit Citation ( PUC), originally called the Distinguished Unit Citation, is awarded to units of the, and those of allied countries, for extraordinary heroism in action against an armed enemy on or after 7 December 1941 (the date of the and the start of American involvement in ). The unit must display such gallantry, determination, and in accomplishing its mission under extremely difficult and hazardous conditions so as to set it apart from and above other units participating in the same campaign.

Since its inception by on 26 February 1942, to 7 December 1941, to 2008, the Presidential Unit Citation has been awarded in conflicts such as World War II, the, the, Iraq War, and the. The collective degree of valor (combat heroism) against an armed enemy by the unit nominated for the PUC is the same as that which would warrant award of the individual award of the,.

In some cases, one or more individuals within the unit may have also been awarded individual awards for their contribution to the actions for which their entire unit was awarded a Presidential Unit Citation. The unit with the most Presidential Unit Citations is the with 9 citations. Contents • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Creation and official format [ ] Army and Air Force [ ] The Army citation was established by on 26 February 1942, superseded by on Dec. 2, 1943, which authorized the Distinguished Unit Citation. As with other Army unit citations, the PUC is in a larger frame than other ribbons, and is worn above the right pocket. All members of the unit may wear the decoration, whether or not they personally participated in the acts for which the unit was cited. Only those assigned to the unit at the time of the action cited may wear the decoration as a permanent award.

For both the Army and Air Force, the emblem is a solid blue ribbon enclosed in a. The Air Force PUC was adopted from the Army Distinguished Unit Citation after the Air Force became a separate military branch in 1947. By, dated Jan. 10, 1957 the Air Force redesignated the Distinguished Unit Citation as the Presidential Unit Citation.

The Air Force PUC is the same color and design as the Army PUC but slightly smaller, so that it can be worn in alignment with other Air Force ribbons on the left pocket following personal awards. As with the Army, all members of a receiving unit may wear the decoration while assigned to it, but only those assigned to the unit at the time of the action cited may wear the decoration as a permanent award or if any member of a receiving unit had it their last duty station prior to being either discharged or retired they may continue to wear the decoration as prescribed. The Citation is carried on the receiving unit's colors in the form of a blue streamer, 4 ft (1.2 m) long and 2.75 in (7.0 cm) wide. For the Army, only on rare occasions will a unit larger than battalion qualify for award of this decoration. Navy Presidential Unit Citation and ribbon. Navy and Marine Corps [ ] The Navy citation was established by on 6 February 1942.

The Navy version has navy blue, gold, and red horizontal stripes, and is the only Navy ribbon having horizontal stripes. To distinguish between the two versions of the Presidential Unit Citation, the Navy version which is more often referred to simply as the Presidential Unit Citation, is referred to as the Navy Presidential Unit Citation and sometimes as the 'Navy and Marine Corps Presidential Unit Citation', the Army and Air Force version is referred to by the Army and Air Force as the Army Presidential Unit Citation and Air Force Presidential Unit Citation. The ribbon is worn by only by those Navy and Marine service members who were assigned to the unit for the 'award period' of the award. In the Army, those who join the unit after the 'award period' may also wear it while assigned to the unit. ALNan 137-43 states that the first award has a blue enameled star on the ribbon and additional stars for subsequent awards.

In 1949, the award changed with no star for the first award and bronze stars for subsequent awards. Special clasps [ ] USS Nautilus (SSN-571) [ ].

To commemorate the of the world by the nuclear-powered submarine during its in 1960, all members of her crew who made that voyage were authorized to wear their Presidential Unit Citation ribbon with a special clasp in the form of a golden replica of the globe. Coast Guard [ ] units may be awarded either the Navy or Coast Guard version of the Presidential Unit Citation, depending on which service the Coast Guard was supporting when the citation action was performed.

The current decoration is known as the 'Department of Homeland Security Presidential Unit Citation'. The original Coast Guard Presidential Unit Citation was established under the authority of Executive Order 10694 (signed by President Dwight D. Eisenhower on January 10, 1957), and amended by Section 74 of Executive Order 13286 (signed by President George W. Bush on February 28, 2003) to transfer the award of the USCG PUC to the Secretary of Homeland Security.

Special clasp [ ]. Navy [ ] Unit Service Year awarded Campaign or battle Notes U.S.

Navy 1945 USS REDFISH 395 received a PRESIDENTIAL UNIT CITATION which read 'For extraordinary heroism in action during the First and Second War Patrols against enemy Japanese surface units in the restricted waters of the Pacific. Operating In bold defiance of foul weather and persistent hostile depth charging, gunfire and bombing by outnumbering forces of radar-equipped ships, air escorts and patrol craft, the U.S.S. REDFISH launched her accurate and intensive gun and torpedo fire during brief periods of concentrated attack to sink a new Japanese aircraft carrier with her entire complement of embarked planes and equipment destined to be used against our forces, to damage severely another vital carrier and to destroy or cripple much additional shipping necessary to the enemy’s continued prosecution of the war. Although forced to the bottom In 230 feet of water by vicious countermeasures, with her pressure hull cracked and numerous leaks throughout, the REDFISH responded gallantly to the superb handling of her skilled and aggressive ship's company and succeeded in evading further damage and returning to port. Her brilliant record of success in combat and her indomitable fighting spirit in the face of the most determined and fierce counterattacks by an alert and relentless enemy reflect the highest credit upon the REDFISH, her valiant officers and men and the United States Naval Service.' Navy 1943 The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the PRESIDENTIAL UNIT CITATION to the UNITED STATES SHIP USS O’BANNON (DD-450) for service as set forth in the following CITATION: 'For outstanding performance in combat against enemy Japanese forces in the South Pacific from October 7, 1942, to October 7, 1943.

An aggressive veteran after a year of continuous and intensive operations in this area, the U.S.S. O’BANNON has taken a tremendous toll of vital Japanese warships, surface vessels and aircraft. Launching a close range attack on hostile combatant ships off Guadalcanal on the night of November 13, 1942, the O’BANNON scored three torpedo hits on a Japanese battleship, boldly engaged two other men o’ war with gunfire and retired safely in spite of damage sustained. During three days of incessant hostilities in July 1943, she gallantly stood down Kula Gulf to bombard enemy shore positions in coverage of our assault groups, later taking a valiant part in the rescue of survivors from the torpedoed U.S.S.

STRONG while under fierce coastal battery fire and aerial bombing attack and adding her fire power toward the destruction of a large Japanese naval force. In company with two destroyers, the O’BANNON boldly intercepted and repulsed nine hostile warships off Vella Lavella on October 7, 1943, destroying two enemy ships and damaging others. Although severely damaged, she stood by to take aboard and care for survivors of a friendly torpedoed destroyer and retired to base under her own power. The O’BANNON’s splendid achievements and the gallant fighting spirit of her officers and men reflect great credit upon the United States Naval Service.' For the President, /s/ Frank Knox, Secretary of the Navy U.S. Navy 1943 Navy Citation, for service at Guadalcanal from August through December 1942: 'The vessel arrived off Guadalcanal on 7 August, disembarked her troops, unloaded her cargo, and left the Solomons two days later, bound for New Caledonia.

Alchiba returned to Guadalcanal on 18 September. After unloading cargo to support marines struggling for that island, she sailed back to New Caledonia for more supplies and returned to Guadalcanal on 1 November. She was anchored off Lunga Point at 0616 on 28 November, when two torpedoes from the Japanese submarine 1-16 exploded on the vessel's port side. At that time, her hold was loaded with drums of gasoline and ammunition, and the resulting explosion shot flames 150 feet (46 m) in the air. The commanding officer ordered the ship to get underway to run her up on the beach.

This action undoubtedly saved the ship. Hungry flames raged in the ship for over five days before weary fire fighting parties finally brought them under control. Salvage operations began soon thereafter. Most of her cargo was saved, and temporary repairs were in progress when Alchiba was torpedoed again on 7 December. An enemy submarine's conning tower had been spotted shortly before two torpedoes were fired. One passed close under the cargo ship's stern, but the other struck her port side near the engine room.

The blast killed three men, wounded six others, and caused considerable structural damage. Once the fires and flooding were controlled, salvage operations resumed and enabled the ship to get underway for Tulagi on 27 December 1942.' Navy 1944 For sinking the in November 1944 – the largest warship ever sunk by a submarine The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the PRESIDENTIAL UNIT CITATION to the UNITED STATES SHIP ARCHERFISH for service as set forth in the following CITATION: 'For extraordinary heroism in action during the Fifth War Patrol against enemy Japanese combatant units in restricted waters of the Pacific.

Relentless in tracking an alert and powerful hostile force which constituted a potential threat to our vital operations in the Philippine area, the U.S.S. ARCHERFISH culminated a dogged six and one-half-hour pursuit by closing her high speed target, daringly penetrated the strong destroyer escort screen, and struck fiercely at a large Japanese aircraft carrier (SHINANO) with all six of her torpedoes finding their mark to sink this extremely vital enemy ship. Subjected to devastating air and surface anti-submarine measures, the ARCHERFISH skillfully evaded her attackers by deep submergence and returned to port in safety. Handled with superb seamanship, she responded gallantly to the fighting determination of the officers and men and dealt a fatal blow to one of the enemy's major Fleet units despite the most merciless Japanese opposition and rendered valiant service toward the ultimate destruction of a crafty and fanatic enemy.' For the President, /s/ James Forrestal Secretary of the Navy U.S. Navy 1945 The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the PRESIDENTIAL UNIT CITATION to the UNITED STATES SHIP BARB for service as set forth in the following CITATION: 'For extraordinary heroism in action during the Eighth, Ninth, Tenth, and Eleventh War Patrols against enemy Japanese surface forces in restricted waters of the Pacific. Persistent in her search for vital targets, the USS BARB relentlessly tracked down the enemy and struck with indomitable fury despite unfavorable attack opportunity and severe countermeasures.

Handled superbly, she held undeviatingly to her aggressive course and, on contacting a concentration of hostile ships in the lower reaches of a harbor, boldly penetrated the formidable screen. Riding dangerously, surfaced, in shallow water, the BARB launched her torpedoes into the enemy group to score devastating hits on the major targets, thereafter retiring at high speed on the surface in a full hour's run through uncharted, heavily mined and rock obstructed waters.

Inexorable in combat, the BARB also braved the perils of a topical typhoon to rescue fourteen British and Australian prisoners of war who had survived the torpedoing and sinking of a hostile transport ship en route from Singapore to the Japanese Empire. Determined in carrying the fight to the enemy, the BARB has achieved an illustrious record of gallantry in action, reflecting the highest credit upon her valiant officers and men and upon the United States Naval Service.' Navy 1944 The President of United States takes pleasure in presenting the PRESIDENTIAL UNIT CITATION to the following six Task Groups which operated with the U.S.S.

As Flagship: TG 21.11 – United States Ships,,,, (until March 25), (until April 7), and VC-96, from February 26 to April 19, 1944. TG 22.2 – United States Ships,,,,, F.M. Robinson, and VC-69, from May 4 to July 3, 1944.

TG 22.3 – United States Ships,,,,, and VC-42, from August 1–24, 1944. For service as set forth in the following CITATION: 'For extraordinary heroism in action against enemy submarines in the Atlantic Area from April 20, 1943, to August 24, 1944. Carrying out powerful and sustained offensive action during a period of heavy German undersea concentrations threatening our uninterrupted flow of supplies to the European theater of operations, these Six Anti-Submarine Task Groups tracked the enemy packs relentlessly, and by the unwavering vigilance and persistent aggressiveness of all units involved, sank a notable number of hostile U-boats. The gallantry and superb teamwork of the officers and men who fought the embarked planes and manned the and her escort vessels were largely instrumental in forcing the complete withdrawal of enemy submarines from supply routes essential to the maintenance of our established military supremacy.' For the President, James Forrestal Secretary of the Navy (Note 1: This text was taken from a citation to USS Haverfield, which does not list three cited periods that the Bogue operated without Haverfield: 20-APR-1943 to 20-JUN-1943, 12-JUL-1943 to 23-AUG-1943, 14-NOV-1943 to 29-DEC-1943, per ) (Note 2: The Navy considers this as one award, covering multiple dates, per ) U.S.

Navy 1943,,,,,, Navy Citation, for 7 December 1941 to 15 November 1942. First to receive the PUC. Most decorated U.S. Navy ship from World War II.

'For consistently outstanding performance and distinguished achievement during repeated action against enemy Japanese forces in the Pacific war area, December 7, 1941, to November 15, 1942. Participating in nearly every major carrier engagement in the first year of the war, the Enterprise and her air group, exclusive of far-flung destruction of hostile shore installations throughout the battle area, did sink or damage on her own a total of 35 Japanese vessels and shoot down a total of 185 Japanese aircraft.

Her aggressive spirit and superb combat efficiency are fitting tribute to the officers and men who so gallantly established her as an ahead bulwark in the defense of the American nation.' Navy 1945 Airgroup 31. Marshall Islands, Truk, Palau, Hollandia, Marianas, Bonins, Yap, Philippines. Ryukyus, Formosa, Philippines, Luzon, China Sea, Japan, Bonins. One of 3 light aircraft carriers to be awarded the Presidential Unit Citation in WW II. The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the PRESIDENTIAL UNIT CITATION to the U.S.S. CABOT and her attached Air Groups participating in the following operations: January 29 to February 16, 1944, Marshalls, Truk; March 29 to April 30, 1944, Palau, Hollandia, Truk; June 11 to August 5, 1944, Marianas, Bonins, Yap; September 6 to 24, 1944, Philippines, Palau, Yap: AG-31 (VF-31, VT-31).

October 10 to November 25, 1944, Ryukyus, Formosa, Philippines, Luzon; December 14 to 16, 1944, Luzon; January 3 to 22, 1945, Philippines, Formosa, China Sea, Ryukyus; February 16 to 25, 1945, Japan, Bonins; March 18 to April 8, 1945, Ryukyus, Japan: AG-29 (VF-29, VT-29). For service as set forth in the following CITATION: 'For extraordinary heroism in action against enemy Japanese forces in the air, ashore and afloat in the Pacific War Area from January 29, 1944, to April 8, 1945. Operating continuously in the most forward areas, the U.S.S. CABOT and her air groups struck crushing blows toward annihilating Japanese fighting power; they provided air cover for our amphibious forces; they fiercely countered the enemy's aerial attacks and destroyed his planes; and they inflicted terrific losses on the Japanese in Fleet and merchant marine units sunk or damaged. Daring and dependable in combat, the CABOT with her gallant officers and men rendered loyal service in achieving the ultimate defeat of the Japanese Empire.' Navy 1942, 1944 Java Campaign, ending with Navy Citation. '(f)or action in the Battle of Sunda Strait.'

Sunk in action with HMAS Perth against incredible odds. The two ships steamed into a Japanese invasion force and were sunk in the ensuing battle. Navy 1945 USS Hugh W. Hadley (DD-774) 'For extraordinary heroism in action as Fighter Direction Ship on Radar Picket Station Number 15 during an attack by approximately 100 enemy Japanese planes, forty miles northwest of the Okinawa Transport Area, May 11, 1945. Fighting valiantly against waves of hostile suicide and dive-bombing planes plunging toward her from all directions, the U.S.S. HUGH HADLEY sent up relentless barrages of antiaircraft fire during one of the most furious air-sea battles of the war.

Repeatedly finding her targets, she destroyed twenty enemy planes, skillfully directed her Combat Air Patrol in shooting down at least forty others and, by her vigilance and superb battle readiness, avoided damage to herself until subjected to a coordinated attack by ten Japanese planes. Assisting in the destruction of all ten of these, she was crashed by one bomb and three suicide planes with devastating effect. With all engineering spaces flooded and with a fire raging amidships, the gallant officers and men of the HUGH W. HADLEY fought desperately against almost insurmountable odds and, by their indomitable determination, fortitude and skill, brought the damage under control, enabling their ship to be towed to port and saved. Her brilliant performance in this action reflects the highest credit upon the HUGH W.

HADLEY and the United States Naval Service.' Navy 1942, 1944 Java Campaign, ending with Navy Citation. '(f)or extraordinary heroism in action against enemy Japanese forces in the Java Campaign in the Southwest Pacific War Area, from January 23 to March 1, 1942.' Marine Corps [ ] Unit Service Year awarded Campaign or battle Notes 3rd Marines, Reinforced, serving as 3rd Combat team, 3rd Marine Division consisting of 3rd Marine Regiment, 2nd Battalion, 9th Regiment; Company 'C', 3rd Tank Battalion: Company 'C', 19th Marine Regiment (Combat Engineers), and 3rd Band Section Regiment (United States) U.S. Marine Corps July 21 to August 10, 1944 Navy Citation.' For extraordinary heroism in action against enemy Japanese forces during the invasion and recapture of Guam, Mariana Islands, from July 21 to August 10, 1944.

Crossing a 400-yard reef under frontal and flanking fire from strongly defended positions on dominating terrain, the 3rd Marine Regiment (Reinforced), serving as the 3rd Combat Team, assaulted the steep slopes of the objective and by evening has captured Adelupe Point and Chonito Cliff. With no reserve available to be committed in their zone of action during the ensuing 8 days, the gallant officers and men of this team fought their way forward through a maze of hostile caves and pillboxes and over rugged terrain to secure Fonte Canyon and the northeastern slopes of Fonte Ridge despite constant mortar, machine-gun, small-arms and artillery fire which blasted all echelons, shore party and lines of communication and supply. Seriously depleted by heavy casualties, including two battalion commanders, the 3rd Combat Team was continually in action as the left assault regiment until the cessation of organized resistance and the securing of the island on August 10, after 21 days of furious combat. By their effective teamwork, aggressive fighting spirit and individual acts of heroism and daring, the men of the 3rd Combat Team achieved an illustrious record of courage and skill in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.'

Marine Corps 1944 the Black Sheep Squadron—for their second combat tour, lasting 84 days at the end of 1943 U.S. Marine Corps 20–24 November 1943 Navy Citation. 'For outstanding performance in combat during the seizure and occupation of the Japanese-held Atoll of Tarawa, Gilbert Islands, November 20 to 24, 1943.' Marine Corps 8-22 Dec 1941 and U.S. Marine Corps Jun 1942 U.S. Marine Corps 7 August-9 December 1942 Under command of Major General Alexander A. Vandergrift, USMC Citation: 'The officers and enlisted men of the First Marine Division, Reinforced, from August 7 to December 9, 1942, demonstrated outstanding gallantry and determination in successfully executing forced landings assaults against a number of strongly defended Japanese positions on Tulagi, Gavutu, Tanambogo, Florida and Guadalcanal, British Solomon Islands, completely routing all the enemy forces and seizing a most valuable base and airfield within the enemy zone of operations in the South Pacific Ocean.

During the above period this Reinforced Division not only held their important strategic positions despite determined and repeated Japanese naval, air and land attacks, but by a series of offensive operations against strong enemy resistance drove the Japanese from the proximity of the airfield and inflicted great losses on them by land and air attacks. The courage and determination displayed in these operations were of an inspiring order.' – Frank Knox, Secretary of the Navy.

Marine Corps 7 April 1943 17 July – 30 August 1943 16 September – 19 October 1943 17 December 1943 – 6 January 1944, Munda,, and U.S. Marine Corps 20–24 November 1943 (Reinforced) U.S. Marine Corps 15 June-1 August 1944, and U.S. Marine Corps 15–19 September 1944 and Negesebus and 213 U.S. Marine Corps 16 Feb-11 May 1943 and 3–22 January 1945,,, and U.S.

Marine Corps 16 February -11 May 1945,,, and (composed of landing forces from, and ) U.S. Marine Corps 19–28 February 1945 The assault troop units of the three Marine Divisions, operating under the command structure of V Amphibious Corps, earned a collective Presidential Unit Citation. (The support troop units of those same Marine Divisions, also within V Amphibious Corps, earned a collective for the same battle. ) (Reinforced) U.S.

Marine Corps 1 April-21 June 1945 '. Securing its assigned area in the north of Okinawa by a series of lightning advances against stiffening resistance, the FIRST Marine Division, Reinforced, turned southward to drive steadily forward through a formidable system of natural and manmade defenses protecting the main enemy bastion at Shuri Castle. Laying bitter siege to the enemy until the defending garrison was reduced and the elaborate fortifications at Shuri destroyed, these intrepid Marines continued to wage fierce battle as they advanced relentlessly, cutting off the Japanese on Oroku Peninsula and smashing through a series of heavily fortified, mutually supporting ridges extending to the southernmost tip of the island to split the remaining hostile force into two pockets where they annihilated the trapped and savagely resisting enemy.'

(Reinforced) U.S. Marine Corps 1 April-21 June 1945 'For extraordinary heroism in action against enemy Japanese forces during the assault and capture of Okinawa, April 1 to June 21, 1945. Seizing Yontan Airfield in its initial operation, the SIXTH Marine Division, Reinforced, smashed through organized resistance to capture Ishikawa Isthmus, the town of Nago and heavily fortified Motobu Peninsula in 13 days. Later committed to the southern front, units of the Division withstood overwhelming artillery and mortar barrages, repulsed furious counterattacks and staunchly pushed over the rocky terrain to reduce almost impregnable defenses and capture Sugar Loaf Hill. Turning southeast, they took the capital city of Naha and executed surprise shore-to-shore landings on Oroku Peninsula, securing the area with its prized Naha Airfield and Harbor after nine days of fierce fighting. Reentering the lines in the south, SIXTH Division Marines sought out enemy forces entrenched in a series of rocky ridges extending to the southern tip of the island, advancing relentlessly and rendering decisive support until the last remnants of enemy opposition were exterminated and the island secured.'

Marine Corps 4 April-14 July 1945 '. Bearing the entire burden of land-based aircraft support during the early part of the Okinawa Campaign, the Second Marine Aircraft Wing established facilities and operated its aircraft under the most hazardous field conditions with a minimum of equipment and personnel. Undeterred by either the constant rain during April and May or by heavy enemy artillery shelling and repeated day and night aerial bombing of the air strips, the unit succeeded in carrying out highly effective aerial operations against the enemy from Kyushu to the southernmost islands of the Ryukyu Group, flying picket-ship and anti-submarine patrols, fighter sweeps, day and night fighter and bomber strikes, reconnaissance and search missions, escort missions, and minesweeper and photographic plane cover, in addition to paradrop missions to move essential supplies to our forces. Blasting night and day at the enemy's dug-in infantry and artillery positions and executing some of the most successful night fighter operations of the Pacific War, the unit furnished close air support for our ground forces, shooting down 495 Japanese planes during this period, A gallant, fighting unit.' Marine Corps 2 April- 21 June 1945 '. The first aviation squadron to land on and operate from Yontan Airfield, Marine Observation Squadron THREE assisted in preparing a landing strip on the field while under enemy fire and, during the first nine days of the operation, provided that field with the only available fire, crash and ambulance service. Counting Crows This Desert Life Raft.

Despite inclement weather, intense enemy antiaircraft fire and constant bombing of its operational field, this squadron rendered invaluable service for more than two months, conducting extremely low-altitude searches, spotting and photographic missions over organized enemy positions to furnish thorough observation for all the Marine artillery units on Okinawa, serving as many as fourteen battalions during some periods. Though reduced in number by enemy action and operational losses, Marine Observation Squadron THREE effectively pursued its mission throughout a hazardous campaign and, by the indomitable courage and excellent teamwork of its officers and men, contributed immeasurably to the destruction of the Japanese on Okinawa.' Marine Corps 3 December 1944 – 9 March 1945. Korean War [ ] Air Force [ ] Unit Service Year awarded Campaign or battle Notes U.S. Air Force First: 9 Jul – 27 Nov 1951 Second: 28 Nov 1951 – 30 Apr 1952 The 452d Bomb Wing was a composite combat reserve wing stationed at Long Beach California called to serve in the Korean War.

It was composed of men from both the 452d and the 448th Bomb Wings many of whom had served during World War II. With aircrew flying in re-conditioned Douglas light bombers and ground crew maintaining them in combat readiness, the Wing was cited two times during the Korean War for its intrepid action under difficult circumstances. The unit was called to active duty 10 August 1950 and released from active duty in May 1952. During its period of active duty, it flew over 15,000 combat sorties, at a high cost of personnel and aircraft. 85 men and 39 aircraft never returned.

Air Force First: Approx. Jun 1950 – Nov 1950 The 6147 Tactical Control Squadron directed the Air Strikes in Korea. With aircrew flying in the venerable North American light trainer and ground crew maintaining them in combat readiness, the Squadron was cited 4FEB1951 during the Korean War for its directing airstrikes to aid the US/UN troops. The unit made use of an innovative radio system that revolutionized Tactical Air Control. Marine Corps [ ] Unit Service Year awarded Campaign or battle Notes U.S. Marine Corps 7 August-7 September 1950 1st Marine Division U.S.

Marine Corps 15 September-11 October 1950, 1st Marine Division U.S. Marine Corps 27 November-11 December 1950, 1st Marine Division U.S.

Marine Corps 21–26 April, 16 May- 30 June and 11–25 September 1951 all one award VMO 6 U.S. Marine Corps 2 August 1950- 27 July 1953 VMF 214 and VMF 323 U.S. Marine Corps 3–6 August, 8–14 September, 12 October-26 November 1950 and 15 December 50-1 August 1951 all one award 1st Marine Aircraft Wing U.S. Marine Corps 18 March-30 June, 3 August-29 September 1951 all one award VMF 214 and VMF 323 U.S. Marine Corps 3–6 August, 8–14 September, 12 October-26 November 1950 and 15 December 50-1 August 1951 all one award 1st Marine Aircraft Wing U.S.

Marine Corps 18 March-30 June, 3 August-29 September 1951 all one award. Army [ ] Unit Service Year awarded Campaign or battle Notes Co A, 5th Infantry & Secti 1, Machinegun Plt, Co D, 5th Infantry U.S. Army 1953 Army citation 1st Battalion, 43rd Air Defense Art. Army Nam River Army citation 1st Battalion, 43rd Air Defense Art. Army Army citation 1st Battalion, 43rd Air Defense Art. Army 2nd Infantry Division U.S. Army 1951 Korean War 1st Battalion, U.S.

Army 1951 September 1951 Department of the Army General Order No 79 – DISTINGUISHED UNIT CITATION. – The 1st Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, and the following attached units: Intelligence and Reconnaissance Platoon, Headquarters and Headquarters Company,7th Infantry Regiment, 1st Platoon, Medical Company, 7th Infantry Regiment; 3d Platoon, Heavy Tank Company, 7th Infantry Regiment;1st Platoon, Heavy Mortar Company, 7th Infantry Regiment, are cited for outstanding performance of duty and extraordinary heroism in action against an armed enemy near Choksong, Korea, during the period 23 to 25 April 1951. On the morning of 23 April, the 1st Battalion was given the mission of cleaning out enemy pockets in the rear and on the right and left flanks of the 29th British Independent Brigade. After fighting fiercely the entire day, the battalion was ordered to attack an enemy force estimated to be composed of two regiments which had forced the withdrawal of friendly troops resulting in the entrapment of the Belgian United Nations Battalion. Under intense enemy small-arms, automatic-weapons, mortar, and artillery fire, the battalion launched a night attack which was pressed with such aggressiveness, determination, and skill that the enemy was required to commit his entire force to meet the onslaught, thereby relieving pressure on the Belgian Battalion and allowing them to withdraw all equipment and vehicles.

Following the withdrawal of the Belgian Battalion, and although surrounded on three sides by enemy troops, the 1st Battalion immediately started a brilliantly executed disengagement. The 1st Battalion inflicted such staggering losses on the enemy that he was unable to continue action in that area. On the afternoon of 24 April, the battalion, after a movement of some 15 miles, took up positions of the 7th Infantry Regiment's main line of resistance with the mission of holding a sector of this line. During the night of 24–25 April, the enemy hurled the might of two whole divisions against the 7th Infantry Regiment's front.

Although the enemy had succeeded In infiltrating to the rear of the battalion and its right Bank was completely exposed, the 1st Battalion and attached units fought with magnificent tenacity and courage, holding in line until all other units of the 3d Infantry Division had withdrawn. When ordered, the battalion withdrew under a series of enemy attacks. This gallant unit killed over 3,000 enemy troops and wounded an estimated 5,500 of the enemy. The 1st Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, and attached units displayed such gallantry, determination, skill, and esprit de corps in accomplishing their mission under extremely difficult and hazardous conditions as to set them apart and above other units participating In the action, and reflect great credit on each courageous soldier thereof and the military service of. The United States. (General Orders 560, Headquarters, Eighth United States Army, Korea, 19 July 1951.) 2d Battalion, 7th Infantry & 2d Battalion, U.S.

United Nations Forces [ ] Unit Service Year awarded Campaign or battle Notes, 22 April to 25 April 1951 Only 3rd Battalion permitted to carry DUC streamer on. Citation reads: GENERAL ORDER number 453, 23 June 1951 AWARD OF DISTINGUISHED UNIT CITATION, the following units are cited as public evidence of deserved honour and distinction: 3RD BATTALION, ROYAL AUSTRALIAN REGIMENT 2ND BATTALION, PRINCESS PATRICIA'S CANADIAN LIGHT INFANTRY COMPANY A, 72ND HEAVY TANK BATTALION (UNITED STATES) are cited for extraordinary heroism and outstanding performance of combat duties in action against the armed enemy near Kapyong, Korea, on 24 and 25 April 1951. The enemy had broken through the main line of resistance and penetrated to the area north of Kapyong. The units listed above were deployed to stem the assault. The 3rd Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment, moved to the right flank of the sector and took up defensive positions north of the Pukham River. The 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry, defended in the vicinity of Hill 677 on the left flank. Company A, 72nd Heavy Tank Battalion, supported all units to the full extent of its capacity and, in addition, kept the main roads open and assisted in evacuating the wounded.

Troops from a retreating division passed through the sector which enabled enemy troops to infiltrate with the withdrawing forces. The enemy attacked savagely under the clamor of bugles and trumpets. The forward elements were completely surrounded going through the first day and into the second. Again and again the enemy threw waves of troops at the gallant defenders, and many times succeeded in penetrating the outer defences, but each time the courageous, indomitable, and determined soldiers repulsed the fanatical attacks. Ammunition ran low and there was no time for food. Critical supplies were dropped by air to the encircled troops, and they stood their ground in resolute defiance of the enemy.

With serene and indefatigable persistence, the gallant soldiers held their defensive positions and took heavy tolls of the enemy. In some instances when the enemy penetrated the defences, the commanders directed friendly artillery fire on their own positions in repelling the thrusts. Toward the close of 25 April, the enemy breakthrough had been stopped. The seriousness of the breakthrough on the central front had been changed from defeat to victory by the gallant stand of these heroic and courageous soldiers. The 3rd Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment; 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry; and Company A, 72nd Heavy Tank Battalion, displayed such gallantry, determination, and esprit de corps in accomplishing their missions under extremely difficult and hazardous conditions as to set them apart and above other units participating in the campaign, and by their achievements they brought distinguished credit on themselves, their homelands, and all freedom-loving nations. BY COMMAND OF LIEUTENANT GENERAL VAN FLEET Leven C.

Allen Major General U.S. Army Chief of Staff 2nd Battalion, 22 April to 25 April 1951 Only 2nd Battalion permitted to carry DUC streamer on (see above for full citation, simultaneously awarded to 3rd Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment as well). 1st Battalion, 23rd, 24th, and 25 April 1951 23rd, 24th, and 25 April 1951 Known as the Belgian and Luxembourg Volunteer Corps For Koriea. Belgium and Luxembourg's Corps ( Corps Volontaires Coree) comprised over 900 troops at the time. The 1st Belgium Battalion ( 1eme Bataillon Belge) arrived in January 1951 and was attached to the U.S.

3rd Infantry Division in January 1951. It was replaced by the 2nd Belgium Battalion ( 2eme Bataillon Belge) in August 1951, which remained in Korea until June 1955. A 44-man all volunteer platoon from served with the Belgium troops until 1953. 170th Independent Mortar Battery, British Army 23rd, 24th, and 25 April 1951 Traditions upheld by 25/170 (Imjin) Battery, Nederlands Detachement Verenigde Naties (Netherlands Detachment United Nations) February 1951 and May–June 1951 Wonju and Hoengson & the Soyang River Battle Designated a battalion of a newly formed regiment, known as the.

November 1950 to December 1953 During the war the squadron flew a total of 12,067 sorties, most being dangerous ground attack missions, accounting for the loss of 34 pilots and 2 other ranks. 74 of the 94 and 4 out of the 22 were lost. 25–26 January 1951 Battle of Kumyangjang-Ni The, a member of the United Nations Forces in Korea was cited for exceptionally outstanding performance of duty in combat in the area of Kumyangjang-ni, Korea, from 25 to 27 January 1951. (Royal Hellenic Battalion) February 1952 and 17–18 June 1953 The capture of Scotch Hill & the defense of Known as the Sparta Battalion.

840 soldiers of the Royal Hellenic Battalion arrived in Korea on 9 December 1950. The battalion was assigned to the U.S. 1st Cavalry Division’s 7th Cavalry Regiment.

Augmented by a second battalion shortly after the Korean War, these units returned home in December 1955. December 1950 Evacuation of US Marines at (French Battalion of the United Nations Organization) February 20, July 11 and August 9, 1951 Actions in 39 officers, 172 non-commissioned officers and more than 800 enlisted personnel arrived at Pusan on 30 November. Equipped with US weapons and vehicles, it was attached to the 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2nd US Division with which it served until the end of hostilities.

3,421 French soldiers served in Korea, of whom 287 were KIA, 1,350 WIA, 7 MIA, and 12 POW. Cold War [ ] Unit Service Year awarded Campaign or battle Notes U.S. Navy 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1986, 1993, 1994, 1998, 2004 Official operations are still classified. The most decorated unit in U.S.

Navy history, with a total of nine PUCs awarded during its 30 years of service. Parche 's special modifications and extensive research and development duties allowed her to be the premier spy submarine in the US fleet. This earned her the many PUCs, but prevents the release of many of the details involved.

Navy 1987 Operation Manta/Acetone Submarine communications cable wiretapping operations while USS Parche underwent hull overhaul U.S. Navy 1972 Navy Citation. Submarine communications cable wiretapping operations U.S. Navy 1970 Awarded PUC for having tailed on a undetected for more than twenty days – first long tailing in the Pacific. Navy 1969 Awarded PUC for having tailed on a undetected for a period of forty-seven days. Navy 1968 Navy Citation for search mission to locate the sunken Soviet ballistic missile submarine ().

1960 Navy Citation for the first submerged made during its, for 16 February 1960 to 10 May 1960; second peacetime PUC awarded to a unit of the U.S. Navy 1958 Navy Citation for the first submerged voyage under the, for 22 July 1958 to 5 August 1958; first peacetime PUC awarded to a unit of the U.S. 6555th ATW U.S. Air Force 1966 AF Citation for support all AF and NASA launches from the Cape. Significant work included the Gemini Launch Program and development of the USAF Minuteman ICBM. Vietnam War [ ] Unit Service Year awarded Campaign or battle Notes U.S. Navy 1972 For her service in Vietnam from 30 April 1972, to 9 February 1973, the USS MIDWAY (CVA-41) / ATTACK CARRIER AIR WING FIVE (CVW-5) received the Presidential Unit Citation from Richard Nixon.

It read: 'By virtue of the authority vested in me as President of the United States and as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the United States, I have today awarded THE PRESIDENTIAL UNIT CITATION (NAVY) FOR EXTRAORDINARY HEROISM TO USS MIDWAY (CVA-41) and ATTACK CARRIER AIR WING FIVE (CVW-5) For extraordinary heroism and outstanding performance of duty in action against enemy forces in Southeast Asia from 30 April 1972 to 9 February 1973. During this crucial period of the Vietnam conflict, USS MIDWAY and embarked Attack Carrier Air Wing FIVE carried out devastating aerial attacks against enemy installations, transportation, and lines of communications in the face of extremely heavy opposition including multi-calibre antiaircraft artillery fire and surface-to-air missiles. Displaying superb airmanship and unwavering courage, MIDWAY/CVW-5 pilots played a significant role in lifting the prolonged sieges at An Loc, Kontum, and Quang Tri and in carrying out the concentrated aerial strikes against the enemy's industrial heartland which eventually resulted in a cease-fire. By their excellent teamwork, dedication, and sustained superior performance, the officers and men of MIDWAY and Attack Carrier Air Wing FIVE reflected great credit upon themselves and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.' – Signed Richard Nixon. Army 23 January 1969 1966–1967 U.S. Air Force Presidential Unit Citation for extraordinary gallantry in connection with military operations from 18 February 1966 to 30 June 1967.

Air Force 23 January 1969 1966–1967 For extraordinary gallantry in connection with military operations from 18 February 1966 to 30 June 1967. Air Force The 366th Tactical Fighter Wing, Pacific Air Forces distinguished itself by extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against opposing armed forces in Southeast Asia, from 1 April 1972 to 26 June 1972. During this period, members of the 366th Tactical Fighter Wing, participating in a variety of tactical missions, were responsible for inflicting heavy damage on hostile forces while flying 11,500 sorties in support of United States and Republic of Vietnam forces under attack. In the course of these operations, Wing personnel repeatedly braved intense hostile fire from rockets, mortars, antiaircraft artillery-small arms weapons and surface-to-air missiles. The professionalism, dedication to duty, and extraordinary heroism demonstrated by the members of the 366th Tactical Fighter Wing are in keeping with the finest traditions of the military service and reflect the highest credit upon themselves and the Armed Forces of the United States.

Company D 4th Battalion 12th Infantry, 199th Infantry Brigade and Attached Units: Medical Aid Detachment, Battalion Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 4th Battalion 12th Infantry; Forward Observer Team/Battery C, 2nd Battalion 40th Artillery and 1st Platoon, D Troop, 17th Armored Cavalry. Army 1969 GENERAL ORDERS NO. 60 HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY WASHINGTON, DC, 17 OCTOBER 1969: (awarded to these units) who distinguished themselves by extraordinary heroism during the period 5 to 10 May 1968, while engaged in military operations against a hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam. Serving as a blocking element to deny hostile forces approach routes into Saigon and portions of Binh Chanh District, Company D and attached units repeatedly displayed outstanding acts of valor against superior forces in offensive, defensive, and ambush operations. During the period nine major contacts were made with elements of four North Vietnamese Army battalions and in each instance the enemy forces were routed from the battlefield by the aggressive action, teamwork, firepower, spirit, heroism, and outstanding tactics of the combined arms team. Maintaining pressure on the enemy forces to prevent their withdrawal, Company D dispersed and demoralized the units and prevented their reorganization, while killing 181 North Vietnamese Army soldiers and capturing ten prisoners of war, numerous weapons, equipment, and ammunition. Throughout the prolonged period of savage fighting the men of Company D by their relentless determination, undaunted courage and aggressive spirit performed countless acts of heroism as they defeated enemy forces with numerically superior automatic weapons, small arms, mortar and rocket fire.

These actions significantly contributed to the overall defense of Saigon. The extraordinary heroism, devotion to duty, and determination of all personnel of Company D and attached units reflect great credit upon themselves, their units and the United States Army. Delta Company is also entitled to the Presidential Unit Citation (Army) Streamer embroidered SAIGON U.S. Army 1966 1st Brigade only and Supporting Units, and second one, Oakleaf Cluster in October and into November 1967, the forward 4th Infantry Base Camp and SOG's, Special Forces Camp, and, and. 6—25, 1967 U.S. Army 3rd Brigade Only U.S. Army near, Hq.

Troop/Air Cavalry Troop, 1st Platoon Gunships (1st Sqdn.), and Troops A, B, C and Company D 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment U.S. Army 7 November 1969, '3rd Squadron and attached and supporting units, 1st Platoon, Air Cavalry Troop, 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment; 2d Platoon, 919th Engineer Company; Tactical Air Control Party, 19th Tactical Air Support Squadron distinguished themselves by extraordinary heroism in actions against hostile forces in the Republic of Vietnam from 12 March 1968 to 1 April 1968. During this peripd the 3d Squadron conducted continuous offensive operations in the vicinity of Duc Hoa, Hau Nghia Province as part of the South Vietnamese counter-offensive Quet Thang.' 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment U.S.

Army 2009 War Zone C, Troop A, 11th Armored Cavalry for action on 26 March 1970, Troop A volunteered to rescue Company C, 2nd Battalion, 8th Cavalry, 1st Cavalry Division who was surrounded by an overwhelming enemy force near the Cambodian border, in The Dog's Face, in Tay Ninh Province, Republic of Vietnam. Company C was engaged by a battalion of the 272nd Regiment of the North Vietnamese Army which was fighting from a sheltered and fortified bunker complex. The North Vietnamese had resisted hours of air support and artillery fire and was expected to overwhelm Company C, unless they were relieved. Company C's ammunition was running low, and was not mobile due to numerous casualties. A lack of landing zones precluded relief or retreat.

Troop A made a 4 km march through difficult jungle terrain to mount a direct assault into the fortified North Vietnamese Army position. Outnumbered three to one, Troop A's attack placed them into close range of the concealed defenders. Despite sustained small-arms, rocket-propelled grenade, and recoilless rifle fire, Troop A rendered the North Vietnamese Army unit combat ineffective. At dusk, following the assault, Troop A executed a night march to evacuate the dead and wounded. Navy 2007 Vietnam War For extraordinary heroism and outstanding performance of duty in action against enemy forces in the Republic of Vietnam from 15 November 1967 to 2 July 1968.

Throughout this period, Observation Squadron SIXTY-SEVEN (VO-67), operating in the Republic of Vietnam, successfully executed its primary mission of providing quick reaction, close air support, and combat logistics support for United States and Vietnamese military forces. In the face of extremely harsh climatic conditions at a remote operating base, while sustaining extensive operating damage and losses, the flight crews and ground support personnel of VO-67 carried out their highly important and extremely sensitive missions with outstanding skill and dedication. The Squadron flew countless missions implanting newly developed sensors to detect enemy movement. The support provided by VO-67 was instrumental in supplying real-time intelligence regarding the movement of North Vietnamese troops and supplies, which enabled U.S. Forces to prevent the total invasion of the U.S. Marine Combat Base at Khe Sanh during the Tet Offensive and contributed to saving countless lives.

The squadron's operations were consistently characterized by prudent tactics while maintaining meticulous adherence to the rules of engagement, ensuring maximum deterrence of the enemy with minimum risk to friendly troops and civilians. VO-67' s successful initiation of this new mission provided a significant and vital contribution to the art of warfare.

By their outstanding courage, resourcefulness, and aggressive fighting spirit in combat against a frequently well-equipped, well-trained, and often numerically superior enemy, the officers and enlisted personnel of Observation Squadron SIXTY-SEVEN reflected great credit upon themselves and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. Navy 1969 Vietnam War 9 January 1969: The Presidential Unit Citation, covering 23 December 1967 – 1 June 1968, was awarded to the U.S.S. Global War on Terrorism [ ] Unit Service Period Awarded Campaign Notes Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force-SOUTH/Task Force K-BAR Navy Oct 2001 - Mar 2002 7 Dec 2004 Operation Enduring Freedom Joint task force composed of U.S. Navy, Army and Air Force personnel, along with allied forces from Canada, Norway, Denmark, Germany, Australia, New Zealand and Turkey. 1st and 3rd Ranger Battalions Army 9 Mar 2004 - 27 Jun 2004 16 Aug 2011 Operation Iraqi Freedom 2nd Battalion, 7th Cavalry Army 3 Nov 2004 - 24 Nov 2004 10 Mar 2008 Operation Iraqi Freedom 5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment. Army 12 Nov 2006 - 14 Jan 2007 12 May 2010 Operation Iraqi Freedom Deployment in Diyala Province, Iraq 2d Battalion, 503d Infantry Regiment Army 5 Jun 2007 - 10 Nov 2007 26 Oct 2011 Operation Enduring Freedom Assigned as Task Force Rock in Kunar and Southern Nuristan Provinces, Afghanistan (MEB-A) Marine Corps 29 May 2009 - 12 Apr 2010 2012 Operation Enduring Freedom Announced in Army 20 Operation Enduring Freedom The award was earned by the brigade’s performance in the Taliban heartland of Kandahar Province, Afghanistan, during Operation Enduring Freedom 10-11. The area was considered a “no-go” zone for coalition troops until 2nd BCT retook control in a determined campaign that was among the most difficult and bloody for the 101st Airborne in the post 9/11 era.

Army 15 May 2010 - 20 Oct 2010 10 May 2012 Operation Enduring Freedom. Iraq War [ ] Unit Service Year awarded Campaign or battle Notes, 82d Airborne Division U.S. Army 2011 For extraordinary heroism in action against an armed enemy. During the period 12 November 2006 to 14 January 2007, Headquarters and Headquarters Troop, 5th Squadron, 73d Cavalry Regiment and its subordinate units displayed extraordinary heroism in action against an armed enemy in and around Turki Village, Diyala Province, Iraq, while deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. During this period, the unit successfully built a capable and effective Iraqi Security Force which prevented enemy personnel and materiel from crossing through Iran into Iraq, denied safe haven to insurgents and provided a peaceful and secure environment for the Iraqi people.

In addition, the unit conducted countless combat patrols and launched Operation Turki Bowl, an extremely successful offensive campaign which crushed the will of a Wahabist insurgent group known as 'The Council. ' The Council had enacted a violent guerilla campaign against the Iraqi Security Forces and local Iraqi civilian population, greatly threatening regional stability. However, the unit fearlessly met the threat head-on, conducting 14 squadron and troop-level operations over a 3-month period which set the stage for a classic linear battle in which over 250 Al Qaeda operatives were killed and over 100 caches discovered. The unit's outstanding accomplishments, indomitable spirit and peerless heroism directly contributed to Coalition Forces' success. Headquarters and Headquarters Troop, 5th Squadron, 73d Cavalry Regiment's outstanding performance of duty is in keeping with the finest traditions of military service and reflects great credit on the unit, the 82d Airborne Division, and the United States Army. Army 2004 to 2005 Army Citation U.S.

Army 2004 Operation Iraqi Freedom Army Citation U.S. Army 2003 Operation Iraqi Freedom The 3rd Infantry Division and its supporting units distinguished themselves by extraordinary gallantry, valor, professionalism and esprit de corps displayed in the conduct of usually complex, difficult, and hazardous combat operation to liberate Iraq from 19 March 2003 to 1 May 2003. Relentlessly attacking over unforgiving terrain during extremely difficult weather conditions, the division advanced 750 kilometers while spearheading the Coalition’s offensive.

Continuously opposed by determined Iraqi forces using both conventional and unconventional tactics, under frequent threat of chemical attack, the soldiers of the 3d Infantry Division decisively won every engagement of every battle by virtue of their unequaled fighting spirit, dedication to duty, and commitment to their cause. Before the fighting ended, the division defeated or destroyed four Republican Guard Divisions, one Iraqi Regular Army Division, three Special Republican Guard Brigades, and thousands of fanatical paramilitary forces; sustaining few casualties, the 3d Infantry Division achieved one of the most stunning victories in military history. Aggressively attacking into the heart of Baghdad the division ultimately removed the brutal Iraqi regime from power, then rapidly transitioned to enforce law and order and help rebuild a shattered nation despite the constant threat of terrorist attacks. Its efforts have been instrumental in the success of Operation Iraqi Freedom. The courage, skill, and professionalism of the division’s soldiers and its supporting units exemplify the highest traditions of military service and are in keeping with the finest tradition of the 3d Infantry Division “Rock of the Marne” and the United States Army.

Marine Corps 21Mar-24Apr2003 Operation Iraqi Freedom For extraordinary heroism and outstanding performance in action against enemy forces in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom from 21 March to 24 April 2003. During this period, I Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF) (REIN) conducted the longest sequence of coordinated combined arms overland attacks in the history of the Marine Corps. From the border between Kuwait and Iraq, to the culmination of hostilities north of Baghdad, I MEF advanced nearly 800 kilometers under sustained and heavy combat.

Utilizing the devastating combat power of organic aviation assests, coupled with awesome power resident in the ground combat elements and maintaining momentum through the herculean efforts of combat service support elements, I MEF destroyed nine Iraqi divisions. This awesome display of combat power was accomplished while simultaneously freeing the Iraqi people from more than 30 years of oppression and reestablishing basic infrastructure in the country. During the 33 days of combat, to the transition to civil-military operations, I MEF sustained tempo of operations never before seen on the modern battlefield, conducting four major river crossings, maintaining the initiative, and sustaining forces. The ferocity and duration of the campaign was made possible through the skills and determination of the Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, and Coalition Partners comprising I MEF at all levels, all echelons, and in all occupational fields.

By their devotion to duty, the officers and enlisted personnel of I Marine Expeditionary Force (REIN) reflect great credit upon themselves and upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service. 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment-Delta U.S. Army 19Mar-13Dec2003 Operation Iraqi Freedom Permanent Order 137-33 For extraordinary heroism in action against an armed enemy.

During the period 19 March 2003 to 13 December 2003, the 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment-DELTA distinguished itself by extraordinary heroism, valor and gallantry, for its actions while engaged in sustained conflict with Iraqi Military Forces and Terrorist Insurgent Forces throughout the Iraqi Theater of Operations. Charged with the mission to interdict the lines of communication out of Iraq and to conduct direct action missions against Ba`ath Party Leadership, the unit conducted extensive special operations raids against the High Value Targets (HVT) within the Ba`ath Party Senior Leadership. This relentless and unprecedented series of special operation missions, conducted with surgical precision, decapitated Iraq's Senior Leadership and brought to justice a great majority of HVTs within the Ba`athist Regime. During this dynamic period of sustained, high-risk combat operations, the members of the unit earned 144 valor awards and were awarded 22 purple hearts. The 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment-DELTA's combat prowess, martial skills and steadfast devotion to duty are in keeping with the finest traditions of the Special Operations Forces and the United States Army. Navy 2003 Operation Iraqi Freedom Navy Citation, for 31 March to 24 April 2003 U.S.

Navy 2006 Operation Iraqi Freedom Navy Citation 814th Bridge Company – Attached to U.S. Army 2003 Operation Iraqi Freedom Army Citation 478th Combat Engineer Battalion – Attached to U.S. Army 2003 Operation Iraqi Freedom Army Confirmed Navy Citation 194th Military Police Company Attached to U.S. Army 2003 Operation Iraqi Freedom Army Permanent Order 100-25 - Authority: MARADMIN 578/03 (dated 12 December 2003) and MARADMIN 096/05 (dated 1 March 2005) The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the PRESIDENTIAL UNIT CITATION to I MARINE EXPEDITIONARY FORCE for service as set forth in the following CITATION: For extraordinary heroism and outstanding performance in action against enemy forces in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom from 21 March to 24 April 2003. During this period, I Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF) (REIN) conducted the longest sequence of coordinated combined arms overland attacks in the history of the Marine Corps. From the border between Kuwait and Iraq, to the culmination of hostilities north of Baghdad, I MEF advanced nearly 800 kilometers under sustained and heavy combat.

Utilizing the devastating combat power of organic aviation assets, coupled with awesome power resident in the ground combat elements and maintaining momentum through the herculean efforts of combat service support elements, I MEF destroyed nine Iraqi divisions. This awesome display of combat power was accomplished while simultaneously freeing the Iraqi people from more than 30 years of oppression and reestablishing basic infrastructure in the country. During the 33 days of combat, to the transition to civil-military operations, I MEF sustained tempo of operations never before seen on the modern battlefield, conducting four major river crossings, maintaining the initiative, and sustaining forces. The ferocity and duration of the campaign was made possible through the skills and determination of the Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, and Coalition Partners comprising I MEF at all levels, all echelons, and in all occupational fields. By their devotion to duty, the officers and enlisted personnel of I Marine Expeditionary Force (REIN) reflect great credit upon themselves and upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service. For the President, /s/ Gordon England Secretary of the Navy. Other actions [ ] Unit Service Year awarded Campaign or battle Notes U.S.

Coast Guard 2006 Entire Coast Guard (including Coast Guard Auxiliary and civilian employees) U.S. Air Force 2011 U.S. Navy June 8–9, 1967 Among the awards won by the officers and crew of the USS Liberty are the Medal of Honor, two Navy Crosses, eleven Silver Stars, twenty Bronze Stars, nine Navy Commendations, 208 Purple Hearts, 294 Combat Action Ribbons and the Presidential Unit Citation which makes the USS Liberty one of the most decorated ships in U.S. Navy history. Navy 2012 U.S. Public Health Service 2015 U.S.

President Obama recognized the PHS Commissioned Corps for its work as a uniformed service working on the frontlines of the Ebola epidemic in West Africa. Memorial plaque for Presidential Unit Citation near Losheimergraben {{quote Erected in honor of the 1st Bn., 394th Infantry Regiment and attached units of the 99th Division, whose valor and heroic action at this location on Dec. 16th, 1944, was recognized by award of the Presidential Unit Citation No.

26 Says Captain John Della-Giustina, 'For their exploits, the I&R Platoon, 394th Infantry Regiment, 99th Infantry Division, would later become 'the most heavily decorated platoon for a single action in World War II.' Two units of the were awarded Presidential Unit Citations during World War II.

The first was the, which received the award after the; the second was the, which received it in 1946 with the inscription 'Rhine-Bavarian Alps'. On April 22, 1986, the 1st Fighter Group (the Brazilian Air Force) was awarded the for its actions in the Po Valley region of Italy in World War II.

The Brazilians, operating in Italy in support of Allied forces, destroyed in one day (April 22, 1945) over 45 vehicles, strafed pontoon bridges on the (hampering a German retreat) and harassed fixed positions of the German forces. From the citation: The casualties that they suffered reduced their pilot strength to about one half that of the United States Army Air Force squadrons operating in the same area, but they flew an equal number of sorties as their US counterparts. Eleven missions of 44 sorties were flown destroying nine motor transports and damaging 17. Additionally, they destroyed the facilities of a motor pool, immobilized 35 horse vehicles, damaged a road bridge and a pontoon bridge, destroyed 14 and damaged three enemy-occupied buildings, and attacked four military positions and inflicted much other damage. [ ] Korean War [ ] The 1st Battalion, and Troop C, 170th Independent Mortar Battery of the were both awarded the Presidential Unit Citation for their defence of Hill 235 whilst surrounded by Chinese forces during the. The 2nd Battalion, and were awarded the citation for their actions during the, shortly afterwards. One Belgian-Luxembourgian battalion of the (now the 3rd Parachute Regiment,) was awarded the Presidential Unit Citation once for actions during the.

The received the citation while attached to the American in 1951. One Dutch unit, the Netherlands Detachment United Nations, part of the, was awarded the Presidential Unit Citation twice for actions during the.

The first citation was awarded after the battle near Wonju and Hoengson in February 1951. The unit was awarded a second time for its bravery during the in May–June 1951. President Harry Truman signed a Distinguished Unit Citation (now the Presidential Unit Citation) on July 11, 1951, for the 's acts of heroism. It reads: 'The Turkish Brigade, a member of the United Nations Forces in Korea is cited for exceptionally outstanding performance of duty in combat in the area of Kumyangjang-ni, Korea, from 25 to 27 January 1951.' The, Sparta Battalion, was awarded the Presidential Unit Citation for their actions in the defense of Outpost Harry while vastly outnumbered by Chinese forces, June 18, 1953. The 13th Flight received a US Presidential Unit Citation for its participation in the evacuation of US Marines at Hagaru-ri in December 1950. The of the UN forces in Korea, attached to the, US ('Indian Head'), received 3 Distinguished Unit Citations in 1951: on February 20, July 11 (actions in ) and August 9 (as part of the 2nd Infantry Division).

The of South Africa was awarded the honour, which was presented in August 1956.,(Independent) Royal Marines was awarded the US Navy and Marine Corps PUC for its actions at the Chosin Reservoir while attached to the 1st Marine Division. The was awarded the Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation for the period May 24, 1952 – March 31, 1953 and Distinguished Unit Citation for actions December 1, 1952 – April 30, 1953. Vietnam War [ ] Lyndon B. Johnson awarded a Presidential Unit Citation to 1st Brigade 101st Airborne June 2–22 during Operation Hawthorne Dak To Province elements of 1st 327th Tiger Force & Attached Recon of A troop 17th Cavalry also were awarded a south Vietnamese Presidenyial Citation from President Nuygen Cao Ky for extraordinary Heroism the 2nd 327 also received a second Presidential citation from Lyndon Johnson at the battle of Tou Mourong 1966 A Presidential Unit Citation was awarded to D Company,, on 28 May 1968, for the, South Vietnam on 18 August 1966.

In 1968, the Presidential Unit Citation was awarded to the 3d Marine Division (Reinforced) 'for extraordinary heroism and outstanding performance of duty'. 'from 8 March 1965 to 15 September 1967.'

See MCBul 1650 for included units list. In 1969, the Presidential Unit Citation was awarded to USS Harnett County (LST-821) by President Nixon, for Extraordinary Heroism during the period 12 December 1968 to 30 April 1969 supporting Operation Giant Slingshot on the Vam Co Dong River. In 2012, the Presidential Unit Citation was awarded to the 4th contingent, CDT3 [Clearance Diving Team 3], Royal Australian Navy for service during the Vietnam War in 1968/69.

In 1977, the Presidential Unit Citation was presented to New Zealand's 161 Battery in 1977 for service during the Vietnam War in 1965-66. In 1971, the Presidential Unit Citation was awarded to the, Army of the Republic of Vietnam and attached U.S.

Advisor/Liaison Personnel for extraordinary heroism during the period 1 January 1968 to 30 September 1968 in actions in and Provinces. (DA General Order No. 24, 27 April 1971.) In 2001, the Presidential Unit Citation was awarded to the Republic of Vietnam Air Force, Danang, Republic of Vietnam while assigned or attached to for extraordinary heroism, great combat achievement and unwavering fidelity while executing unheralded top secret missions deep behind enemy lines across Southeast Asia during the period 24 January 1964 to 30 April 1972. (DA General Order No. 25, 8 June 2001.) In 1966, the Presidential Unit Citation was awarded to the 514th Tactical Fighter Squadron of the Republic of Vietnam Air Force for extraordinary heroism and outstanding performance of duty in combat against an armed enemy of the Republic of Vietnam throughout the period 1 January 1964 to 28 February 1965. Units of the Army, 3rd battalion, 16th Artillery were awarded the presidential unit citation for actions during the January, 1968 Tet offensive in Vietnam. They provided sustained artillery fire under severe conditions that protected their own troops and prevented the attacking forces of North Vietnam and the Viet cong from retreating.

The support they provided lasted for 72 hours, during which time the troops had no sleep and no time to eat. Some units of the 16th artillery received sniper and mortar fire but continued supporting troops in spite of the risks involved.

In 1973 the PUC was awarded to and USS Constellation for extrarodinary heroism. On May 10, 1972 VF-92 and VF-96 shot down 7 Migs tying the single day record of any air unit. Wing pilots received 5 Navy Crosses, and 24 Silver Stars. Operation Enduring Freedom [ ] On December 7, 2004, the Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force-South, known as, a special collection of U.S. And international units, was awarded the Presidential Unit Citation.

This award, for service between 17 October 2001 and 30 March 2002, was very unusual in that it was made to multiple international units fighting in the. The following units were recognized: • (although not a part of Task Force K-Bar) • 's • • 's • 's, and • 's • American units, including the • • • • In the Presidential Unit Citation for Task Force K-BAR, Major General W. Semianiw, Chief Military Personnel For the Chief of the Defense Staff, stated: Operating first from Oman and then from forward locations throughout the southern and eastern regions of Afghanistan, successfully executed its primary mission to conduct special operations in support of the United States’ efforts to destroy, degrade, and neutralize the Taliban and Al-Qaeda leadership and military. During its six-month existence, this Task Force was the driving force behind extremely high-risk missions and unconventional warfare operations in Afghanistan. The sailors, soldiers, airmen, marines and coalition partners of CJSOTF-South established benchmark standards of professionalism, tenacity, courage, tactical brilliance, and operational excellence while demonstrating superb esprit de corps and maintaining the highest measures of combat readiness. By their outstanding courage, resourcefulness and aggressive fighting spirit in combat against a well-equipped, well-trained, and treacherous terrorist enemy, the officers and enlisted personnel of CJSOTF-South/Task-Force K-BAR reflected great credit upon themselves and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Armed Forces.

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