Military Order of Italy
Decree of 23^rd November 2010

Following the traditions of the assault units of the Italian Army, the assault infantrymen of the Regiment gave proof of their valour and sense of responsibility, operating for more than three years in the “International Security Assistance Force” (ISAF) mission in Afghanistan. With an extraordinary spirit of sacrifice and absolute sense of duty, in difficult tactical and environmental conditions, they contributed to the efforts of ISAF for the stabilization of the Country and helping the afghan people in a situation of internal conflict. Their success, recognized by the international community, has contributed to reinforce the prestige of the whole Italian Nation and its Armed Forces on the international scenario. Kabul (Afghanistan), July 2006 - October 2009

Military Order of Italy
Decree of 25^th October 1994

Prestigious unit, with extraordinary professional qualification and strong temperament, operational versatility and immediate response to any requests for intervention for the sake of the national and international collectivity. It was present in Alto Adige (1967-1971) to carry out antiterrorist operations and in Sardinia (1992) with "Forza Paris" Operation against the criminality; it also participated in missions in Lebanon (1982-1984), in Iraq and Turkey (1991) and in Somalia (1992-1993), showing efficiency, courage and sacrifice. It always performed its duties with success, even in difficult and hostile operational contexts characterized by an high level of risk. The Officers, the Non-Commissioned Officers raiders and the Paratroopers showed their abnegation and dedication to the service, giving example of the greatest military virtues that contributed to increase the prestige of Italy and of its Armed Forces on international field.

Golden Medal to the Army Valour

Decree of 5^th October 1994

The 9^th "Col Moschin" Paratroopers Assault Battalion participated, with units included in the Italian forces in Somalia, in rescue operations in favour of the Somalian population. Composed of professionals aware of their essential role in the operation, with morality and sense of duty, it showed dedication and high capabilities in the dangerous mission, confirming the high level of efficiency, courage and morality of its men in particular in searching weapons and in operations against warriors. Its operational detachments, involved in several conflicts, reacted with efficiency and determination showing military valour, operational capability and strong motivation. In spite of the numerous losses in combat situations, it continued to take on its duties with the pride of persevering to ensure security and humanitarian help to the Somalian population and with the determination in giving honour to the Homeland. (Somalia, 22^nd December 1992 – 7^th Spetember 1993).

Silver Medal to the Military Valour
Decree of 5^th June 1920

For the unstoppable audacious impetus thanks to which it reached important positions (Col Moschin, 15^th June 1918; Col della Berretta, 20^th October 1918). (to the 9^th Assault Unit).

Silver Medal to the Military Valour

Decree of 15^th February 1945

During the months of war it gave proof of its aggression and lack of scruples. In an offensive action, it developed its maneuver with rapidity, decision and energy, surprising the German disposal. Called for another important task, it entered the battle and broke the enemy deployment; after an audacious fight it reached all the objectives at night. It did not cut the enemy some slack. Extraordinary tenacious war instrument; proud and benevolent, heir of the traditions linked to its name. Colli al Volturno, Guardiagrele, Cingoli, Musone, Esino, 11^th Febraury – 25^th July 1944. (To the 9^th Assault Unit).

Silver Medal to the Military Valour

Decree of 24^th July 1947

Veteran in the War of Liberation, it participated in the battle on the Apennines of Bologna, giving an important contribute for the liberation of the city. With heroic impetous, it broke the resistance of German units, provoking admiration by the allied units. War for the Liberation of Italy, 20^th March – 30^th April 1945. (To the 9^th "Col Moschin" Assault Unit).

Silver Medal to the Army Valour

Decree of 16^th April 2002

The Regiment, part of the Northern Multinational Brigade that was in Bosnia-Herzegovina, carried out its duties with extraordinary enthusiasm, dedication and spirit of sacrifice. During the numerous activities of monitoring, patrolling of the itineraries, escort the humanitarian convoys and controlling of the sites, in a complex operational and environmental situation it operated with high sense of duty and professionalism. The continuous activities of humanitarian support to the populations, the prevention of criminal activities and the rescue of human lives, the men of the 9^th "Col Moschin" Assault Regiment showed extraordinary capabilities and courage in their important function of restoring the pacific cohabitation. Example of unit with strong motivation and professionalism, morality and military virtues, it contributed to increase the prestige of Italy and the Armed Force on international level. (Sarajevo, 3^rd July 1996 – 24^th March 1997).