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 (an ornamental colored cord) is worn on the uniform by the members of a unit which had received several citations.

Australia

 * Unit Citation for Gallantry
 * Meritorious Unit Citation
 * Group Bravery Citation - Civilian award

France

 * Ordre de la Libération (also an individual award)

Netherlands

 * Military William Order (also an individual award)

South Korea

 * Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation

South Vietnam

 * Republic of Vietnam Presidential Unit Citation
 * Vietnam Gallantry Cross Unit Citation (also an individual award)
 * Vietnam Civil Actions Unit Citation (also an individual award)

Philippines

 * Philippine Presidential Unit Citation

United States
In order of precedence:

Sources and references

 * Nouveau Petit Larousse Illustré, 1951 (in French)