A distinguished U.S. Navy carrier strike group has been honored with the military’s highest unit award, the Presidential Unit Citation, following its return from an extended deployment in the Middle East. Defense officials recognized the crew’s critical role in supporting counterterrorism operations and enforcing regional security measures during their mission. The ceremony aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln marked the first time the award has been presented to the strike group, underscoring its contributions to national defense efforts. Details of the deployment’s specific challenges and achievements were highlighted as part of the commendation.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth presented the highest unit award, the Presidential Unit Citation, to the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group crew Wednesday upon the aircraft carrier’s return to the U.S. after a lengthy deployment in the Middle East. Hegseth praised the crew for supporting the U.S. military’s operations against Iran and helping enforce the...
