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Presidential Unit Citation

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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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1-401: A Presidential Unit Citation is a unit citation awarded by the president of a state. Specific awards include: Unit citation 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

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