United States Presidential Unit Citation (PUC). With 3 x Bronze Oakleaf Clusters

Important: The wearing of the 3 x 'Oakleaves' on the PUC denotes that the unit the recipient served-in had been awarded 3 x further PUC commendations = a total of four PUC Commendations

As awarded to qualifying United States and Allied units cited for special distinction in any United States Wars or campaigns since (and including) the Second World War

A blue silk 'moire' riband contained within gilt frame. The citation complete with gilt frame border and -as-worn

The insignia is worn on the right breast by recipients of units (United States Army & Allies) that were collectively decorated with the award of the Presidential Unit Commendation

The Presidential Unit Citation (PUC), originally called the Distinguished Unit Citation, is awarded to units of the uniformed services of the United States, and those of allied countries, for extraordinary heroism in action against an armed enemy on or after 7 December 1941 (the date of the Attack on Pearl Harbor and the start of American involvement in World War II). The unit must display such gallantry, determination, and esprit de corps 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

The collective degree of valour (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 Distinguished Service Cross, Air Force Cross or Navy Cross. 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

Condition: EF

Code: 22108