Unit citation


A unit citation is a formal, honorary mention by high authority of a military unit's specific and outstanding performance, notably in battle.
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 is worn on the uniform by the members of a unit which had received several citations. This tradition has since spread to other countries.

Unit citations by country

Australia

  • Unit Citation for Gallantry
  • Meritorious Unit Citation
  • Group Bravery Citation – civilian award

    Belgium

  • Croix de guerre WWII version

    Canada

  • Commander-in-Chief Unit Commendation
  • Canadian Forces' Unit Commendation

    France

  • Légion d'honneur
  • Ordre de la Libération
  • Médaille militaire

    India

  • Chief of Air Staff’s citation - for Indian Air Force units
  • President's Colour Award - the award of Military colours, standards and guidons to Indian Armed Forces units

    Luxembourg

  • Luxembourg War Cross

    Netherlands

  • Military William Order

    Philippines

  • Philippine Presidential Unit Citation
  • Barangay Presidential Unit Citation Badge
  • various single incident commemorative unit citations/badges.

    Portugal

  • War Cross

    South Korea

  • Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation

    South Vietnam

  • Republic of Vietnam Presidential Unit Citation
  • Vietnam Gallantry Cross Unit Citation
  • Vietnam Civil Actions Unit Citation

    United States

Military
Others
Further, there are various unit awards of the National Guard, state defense forces, and auxiliaries like the Civil Air Patrol and Coast Guard Auxiliary.