 Among other awards , New Jersey earned the Navy Unit Commendation for Vietnam service , the Presidential Unit Citation from the Republic of the Philippines , and the Presidential Unit Citation from the Republic of Korea . She received nine battle stars for her World War II service , four for her service in the Korean War , two for her service in the Vietnam War , and four for service in Lebanon and the Persian Gulf region . Due to her outstanding service record , New Jersey holds the distinction of being the most decorated battleship in US history . 
