Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth presented the Presidential Unit Citation, the highest unit award, to the crew of the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group on Wednesday. This ceremony took place upon the aircraft carrier's return to the United States following a lengthy deployment in the Middle East. Hegseth acknowledged the crew's contributions to U.S. military operations against Iran and their role in enforcing regional stability.
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Defense Secretary Hegseth presents Presidential Unit Citation to USS Abraham Lincoln crew
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth awarded the USS Abraham Lincoln crew the Presidential Unit Citation on October 7, 2026, recognizing their service during a lengthy deployment in the Middle East. Hegseth highlighted their support for U.S. military operations against Iran.
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