(Translation) July 27, 1953

The President of the Republic of Korea takes profound pleasure in citing

The 40th United States Infantry Division for exceptionally meritorious service to the Republic of Korea during the period June 30, 1952 to July 27, 1953.

The 40th Unites States Infantry Division arrived in Korea in January 1952 and assumed control of the Kumwha sector on the central front. Consolidating their positions along the entire line assigned to them, the troops of this Division maintained the security of a broad segment of the battle area and successfully contained the enemy. On June 30, 1952, the Division was relieved on position by the 2d Republic of Korea Army Division with artillery elements of the Division remaining on position in support of the Korean troops. Intermittently assigned to reserve and to front line positions, the Division continually rendered active support to the various Republic of Korea units and made evident its superior combat and training proficiency. On April 27, 1953, the Division received the responsibility of defending part of the main line of resistance along the northern rim of the Punch Bowl and later was assigned to protect the Heartbreak Ridge sector. Division units such as 143d and 981st Field Artillery Battalion, and many others continued with their mission of supporting the 12th Republic of Korea Army Division. During the entire campaign, the Division displayed superb solidarity and combat effectiveness in performing the many vital duties assigned to it and exhibited outstanding resoluteness in its training and supporting of Republic of Korea forces. The individual concern of all member of the Division in aiding their Korean comrades-in-arms and consistent efficiency prominent throughout the Division's service in Korea reflect great credit upon the Division, the United States Army, and the entire Nation's Forces.

By this citation each member of the 40th United States Infantry Division who served in Korea during the period June 30, 1952 to July 27, 1953 is entitled to wear the Presidential Unit Citation Ribbon.

Syngman Rhee