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A unit citation is a formal, honorary mention by high authority of a military unit's specific and outstanding performance, notably in battle.
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- Australia
- Belgium
- Canada
- France
- Luxembourg
- Netherlands
- South Korea
- South Vietnam
- Philippines
- Portugal
- United States
- References
Similar mentions can also be made for individual soldiers.
Alternatively or concurrently, the unit can be awarded an honorary title, a mention on the flag or a decoration.
In France, since 1916, the fourragère (an ornamental colored cord) is worn on the uniform by the members of a unit which had received several citations. This tradition has since spread to other countries.
Australia
Belgium
Canada
France
Luxembourg
Netherlands
South Korea
South Vietnam
Philippines
Portugal
United States
Military (In order of precedence)
Other's (Alphabetical):
further, there are various unit awards of the National Guard and state defense forces
References
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