Texas Governor's Unit Citation
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TypeMilitary decoration
Awarded forValor, achievement, or exceptional service
DescriptionThe ribbon drape is of blue, white and red stripes.
Presented byTexas Military Department
| Texas Governor's Unit Citation | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Type | Military decoration |
| Awarded for | Valor, achievement, or exceptional service |
| Description | The ribbon drape is of blue, white and red stripes. |
| Presented by | Texas Military Department |
| Eligibility | Texas Military Forces |
| Status | Currently awarded |
| Precedence | |
| Next (higher) | Texas State Guard Physical Fitness Ribbon |
| Next (lower) | Texas Meritorious Unit Award |
The Texas Governor's Unit Citation is the highest unit award of the Texas Military Forces.[1] Subsequent awards are issued by a bronze or silver twig of four oak leaves with three acorns on the stem device.[2]
The Adjutant General of Texas is the awarding authority for this decoration. A general officer must present it.[2] The Governor's Unit Citation was authorized and approved by the Adjutant General of Texas in May 1979 effective same date.[2]
