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MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (MILITARY)

To Foreign Officers

1994 to 2017

Updated: 17 June 2017 CG

Current to: 17 June 2017 CG

Pages: 61

Prepared By: John Blatherwick, CM, CStJ, OBC, CD, MD, FRCP(C), LLD(Hon)

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CITATIONS to the MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (Military) (MSM)

FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

BARRASS, John Alan MSM CG: 14 May 1994

Squadron Leader RAF - 436 Squadron Royal Air Force GH: 13 May 1994

ZAGREB DOI: 1990

"In 1990, on extremely short notice, Squadron Leader Barrass, a British exchange officer with 436 Transport Squadron,

deployed the initial Airlift Control Element to Zagreb as part of Canada's contribution to the humanitarian relief effort in the

former Yugoslavia. Displaying superb leadership, courage and tact, he organized his team and began the Canadian airlift

into Sarajevo within three days. He quickly established effective working arrangements with his allied counterparts and

ensured Canada's position as a key player in this most demanding airlift. Much of the success of the operation, which took

place under the most threatening circumstances the Air Transport Group has experienced in recent decades, is directly

attributable to Squadron Leader Barrass' dedication and outstanding work."

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KOTIL, Rostislav MSM CG: 04 April 1996

Major-General Czech Republic Army GH: 16 March 1996

UNPROFOR DOI: April 1994 - June 1995

"From April 1994 until June 1995, Major-General Kotil served with the United Nations Protection Force

as Commander Sector South in the former Yugoslavia, with members of the Canadian Forces under

his command. During numerous periods of heightened tension, he provided outstanding leadership

and demonstrated extreme courage and professionalism. On more than one occasion, his personal

intervention in tenuous situations calmed difficult negotiations and protected the lives of Canadians.

Through his effective command of Canadian soldiers, his performance and actions brought great credit

to the Canadian Forces and Canada."

Medals: Medal of Service for Nation – Medal in Merits for Defence of Nation – UNPROFOR – The

Cross of Merit of the Minister of Defence of the Czech Republic, Grades II and II– Canadian Meritorious

Service Medal (MSC) – Commander, Legion of Merit (USA) 2003

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ERHARDT, William K. MSM CG: 14 September 1996

Lieutenant-Commander - 443 Sqd HMCS Calgary United States Navy GH: 29 August 1996

Co-pilot Sea King Crew (exchange officer) DOI: 02 December 1995

"On December 2, 1995, Lieutenant-Commander Erhardt of the United States Navy, then Lieutenant, Captain Sharpe, then

Lieutenant, and Sergeant Vallis were part of the Sea King helicopter rescue team that saved thirty people from the sinking

Motor Vessel Mount Olympus. The vessel had been caught in a severe Atlantic storm almost 2,000 KM southeast of

Nova Scotia. Hampered by the early morning darkness and severe weather conditions, Lieutenant Erhardt, the co-pilot,

assisted in keeping the helicopter steady while Lieutenant Sharpe and Sergeant Vallis operated the rescue hoist. Their

professionalism and skill were critical to this life-saving mission."

M/Cpl Robert Clarence Andrew FISHER, SC received the Star of Courage for this incident.

M/Cpl Fisher was lowered to the deck of the MV Mount Olympus during this rescue. The CG date was 06 July 1996.

Major Daniel Robert BURDEN, MSC, the pilot and crew commander received the Meritorious Service Cross.

Captain Gordon F. SHARPE, MSM, and Sergeant Frederick VALLIS, MSM, also received the MSM.

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CITATIONS to the MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (Military) (MSM)

FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

WIERCINSKI, Francis John MSM CG: 18 October 2003

Colonel – United States Army (Afghanistan) Fort Campbell, Kentucky GH: 29 August 2003

Commander Task Force Rakkasan Operation APOLLO / ENDURING FREEDOM DOI: February to August 2002

“Colonel Wiercinski, an American citizen, was instrumental to the success of the 3rd

Battalion, Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry Battle Group, which was

subordinate to a formation of the United States Army during the war on terrorism in

2002. As Commander of Task Force Rakkasan, Colonel Wiercinski inspired the Battle

Group to perform to their fullest potential during Operation APOLLO/ENDURING

FREEDOM. Under Colonel Wiercinski's leadership and strong support, the Battle

Group and its sub-units conducted numerous complex combat missions upon which

the credibility of the entire coalition hinged. His outstanding performance brought great

honour to Canada.”

Major General Francis John Wiercinski, MSM

Commanding General of U.S. Army Japan and I Corps (FWD)

Major General Wiercinski is a native of Dickson City, PA, and was commissioned as a

Second Lieutenant of the Infantry upon graduation from the United States Military

Academy, in 1979. After attending the Infantry Officer Basic Course, he was assigned to

the 1st Battalion, 19th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, Schofield Barracks,

Hawaii. During this four year assignment, he served in a variety of jobs including Rifle

Platoon Leader, Scout Platoon Leader, S-1, and as a Rifle Company Commander.

Following attendance at the Infantry Officer Advanced Course, he was assigned as a

Personnel Assignment Officer for the Infantry Branch at the U.S. Army Military

Personnel Center in Alexandria, VA. MGen Wiercinski’s next assignment was with the

3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, Fort Benning Georgia. During his four-year

assignment, he served as the S-1, B Company Commander, and Assistant S-3 and

deployed in support of Operation Just Cause in Panama. MGEN Wiercinski then

attended the Command and General Staff College and after graduation was assigned to

the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) as a Battalion and Brigade S-3, before serving

as the Deputy G-3 for the Division.

In June 1995, MGen Wiercinski assumed command of the 6th Ranger Training Battalion at Eglin Air Force Base, FL. Following

his command, he attended the Army War College at Carlisle Barracks, PA and then became the Deputy Commander for the 75th

Ranger Regiment at Ft. Benning, GA. He then returned to Ft. Campbell where he commanded the 3rd Brigade, 101st Airborne

Division (Air Assault), deploying in support of Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. Following his brigade command, MG

Wiercinski moved to Washington D.C., and served as the Chief, Regional Operations, Special Operations Division J-3 on the

Joint Staff and the Principal Director for Near Eastern and South Asian Affairs, Office of the Secretary of Defense. He was

promoted to Brigadier-General in 2004.

He was assigned as the Deputy Commanding General (Support) for the 25th Infantry Division from July 2005 to June 2006,

before deploying in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom as the Deputy Commanding General (Support) for Multi-National

Division North, from July 2006 to December 2007. Prior to his present assignment, MGen Wiercinski was the Deputy

Commanding General, U.S. Army, Pacific from January 2 – June 30, 2008. MGen Wiercinski was the Commanding General of

U.S. Army Japan and I Corps (FWD) from June 2008 to October 2010. He was then promoted to Lieutenant-General as

Commanding General US Army Pacific from March 2011 until retirement in July 2013. He worked for Lockheed Martin after that.

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Major General Francis John Wiercinski, MSM Commanding General of U.S. Army Japan and I Corps (FWD)

Medals:

Defense Superior Service Medal

Legion of Merit with 3 Oak Leaf Clusters

Bronze Star Medal with V Device

Defense Meritorious Medal

Meritorious Service Medal with five Oak Leaf Clusters

Army Commendation Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster

Army Achievement Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster

Valorous Unit Award

Superior Unit Award

Joint Meritorious Unit Award with Oak Leaf Cluster

Meritorious Service Medal of Canada

Badges

Combat Infantryman Badge with Star

Expert Infantryman Badge

Master Parachutist Badge with Combat Jump Star

Ranger Tab

Office of the Secretary of Defense Identification Badge

Joint Chiefs of Staff Identification Badge.

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CITATIONS to the MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (Military) (MSM)

FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

ANDERSON III, Edward Gustav MSM CG: 17 July 2004

LGen – United States Army (NORAD) American Citizen GH: 27 May 2004

Operation NOBLE EAGLE DOI: 2002

“LGen Anderson III, of the United States Army, consistently exhibited a high

standard of professionalism, skill and initiative. Nowhere were these personal

attributes more needed than during his tenure as deputy director of United States

Space Command, vice-director of United States Element North American

Aerospace Defence Command, deputy director of United States Northern

Command and the co-chair of the Bi-National Planning Group. During the

creation of this planning group, LGen Anderson’s visionary leadership enabled

Canada and the United States to achieve new levels of military and civil

cooperation. In 2002, his highly dedicated work and commendable actions

contributed to the success of Operation NOBEL EAGLE, bringing great credit to

the Canadian Forces and to Canada.”

Lieutenant-General Anderson III was named the vice-director of the United States Element,

NORAD in 2002, where he contributed directly to the success of Operation NOBLE

EAGLE, the aim of which is to protect the aerospace of North America following September

11, 2001. His direct actions assured the safety of North American skies and have served

to enhance and expand the Canadian and American bi-national relationship within

NORAD. After graduating from West Point, Anderson commanded field artillery units in

the United States, Korea, Germany and Vietnam. He also served on the Army staff in

the office of the deputy chief of staff for research, development and acquisition in the Pentagon, and as director of firepower in

the office of the deputy chief of staff for combat developments at Army Training and Doctrine Command headquarters.

The general's other assignments included being director of combat developments, Army Field Artillery Center, Fort Sill, Okla.;

assistant division commander for the 1st Armored Division and the 3rd Infantry Division in Germany; deputy commanding

general, combat developments, Army Combined Arms Command, Fort Leavenworth, Kan.; assistant deputy chief of staff of

operations and plans for force development, Department of the Army headquarters;

and commander, Army Space and Missile Defense Command.

Anderson earned a master's degree in aeronautical engineering from the Georgia

Institute of Technology and a master's degree in national security and strategic

studies from the Naval War College. He also graduated from the British Higher

Command and Staff Course and is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations.

Medals: Defence Distinguished Service Medal

Army Distinguished Service Medal

Legion of Merit with two Oak Clusters

Bronze Star and Bronze Star with ‘V’ device

Meritorious Service Medal (USA)

Army Commendation Medal with multiple awards

Meritorious Service Medal (MSM) Canada

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CITATIONS to the MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (Military) (MSM)

FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

LIGHTFOOT, Charles David OBE MSM CG: 17 July 2004

Commander Royal Navy GH: 23 June 2004

Commanding Officer of the 3 Victoria Class Submarines for the Canadian Navy trials DOI: 1999 to 2003

“In 1999, Commander Lightfoot, British Royal Navy, then

LCdr, began successive commands of three UPHOLDER

class submarines as they were each reactivated, trialed and

transferred from the United Kingdom to Canada to become

the VICTORIA Class submarines. Commanding Officer of all

Canadian personnel assigned to crew each submarine,

Commander Lightfoot collectively transitioned them into

trained, safe and effective UPHOLDER Class crew. His

professionalism, command presence and actions during

several at-sea emergencies instilled complete crew

confidence in both his abilities and their own. Cdr Lightfoot's

exemplary performance has been instrumental to the

successes achieved in the UPHOLDER programme, bringing

great credit to the Royal Navy and considerable benefit to the

Canadian Forces and to Canada.”

Awarded Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) as per the London Gazette of 31 December 2009 in the rank of

Commander.

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APPLEGATE, William Robert (‘Bob’) MSM CG: 24 September 2005

Colonel – US Army Carlisle, Pennsylvania GH: 06 September 2005

US Army Attaché to Canada DOI: 2003

“Colonel Applegate, an American citizen, consistently exhibited an exemplary standard of

professionalism, skill and initiative in his duties as US Army Attaché to Canada. During his tenure

in 2003, Canada deployed two separate missions to Afghanistan in support of the campaign

against terrorism. Coordination between the two armies for these deployments was critical. Col

Applegate was an instrumental conduit between the Pentagon, United States South Command,

Supreme Allied Commander Europe and the Canadian Forces. His professionalism and

leadership contributed greatly to the combined interoperability with our closest ally during a period

of conflict, and brought great credit to the Canadian Forces and to Canada.”

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FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

KOEFOED, Niels Christian MSM CG: 04 October 2006

Lieutenant-Colonel Copenhagen & Gilleleje, Denmark GH: 14 September 2006

Chief Liaison Officer Kabul Multinational Brigade Danish Army DOI: 2004

“In 2004, LCol Koefoed was the Danish Contingent Commander and Chief Liaison Officer for the Kabul Multinational

Brigade, of which Canada was a member. His performance in the execution of these duties was as remarkable as it

was distinguished. The initiatives that he led significantly strengthened the legitimacy of the Afghan Transitional

Authority, increased stability within Kabul, created the proper conditions under which the Kabul Multinational Brigade

could operate, and, most importantly, directly contributed to the UN-sanctioned nation-building process. LCol Koefoed’s

conduct, staunch determination and initiatives left an indelible mark on the Kabul Multinational Brigade as well as an

impressive legacy to the Canadian Forces.”

- Head of North Zealand Parks and road Fredensborg Municipality and Elsinore August 2013 - Present

- Head of Department Gentofte (parks, roads, cemeteries, ports, etc.) February 2008 - July 2013

- Retire from Danish Army January 2008

- Chief of the Defense Optimization Section – Danish Army – Defence Command August 2006 - January 2008

- Section Head – Danish Army (SHIRBRIG) November 2005 - July 2006

- Head of Strategy and Policy Division of the Army Home Guard Command August 2004 - October 2005

- Head of the 7th Artillery Division – Danish Army Varde Barracks January 2003 - December 2004

- Chief Liaison Officer / Danish Contingent Commander Kabul Multi National Brigade 2004 - 2004 (less than a year)

- Staff Officer – Danish Army – Ministry of Defence August 2001 - January 2003

- Staff Officer Forsvarsstabens Logistics Planning Section – Defence Command July 2000 - June 2001

- Teacher at the Defence Academy – Denmark Defence College August 1997 - June 2000

- Chief of Operations and Information - NATO Albania Force, Task Force South Albania April 1999 to July 1999, Elbasan, Alb.

- Staff Officer in the Defense Management services – Defence Command January 1994 - May 1995

In September 2009, the Danish Government approved the wearing of the Shirbrig Planelm Medal. There were 82 medals awarded to

members including 15 to the Danish Army (medals 83 and above are for museum displays). LCol Koefoed’s medal was number 52.

Shirbrig stands for the Multinational United Nations Stand-by Forces High Readiness Brigade, which is the pre-established (non-

standing), multinational brigade at high readiness, composed of contributions to the United Nations Stand-by Arrangements System,

providing a rapid deployment capability for deployments of up to 6 months duration in peacekeeping operations mandated by the

United Nations Security Council under Chapter VI of the Charter of the United Nations including humanitarian tasks. Member nations

include: Austria, Canada, Denmark, Poland, Sweden Norway, Netherlands, Argentina, Romania and Spain.

PLANELM means the multinational Planning Element, which is the permanent part of the

SHIRBRIG staff. The PLANELM is established to support the SHIRBRIG by performing pre-

deployment functions and then, on deployment, to become the nucleus of the deployed

SHIRBRIG staff.

Awards

Knight of the Dannebrog

Shirbrig Planelm Medal (right)

Meritorious Service Medal – Canada

Meritorious Service Medal - NATO

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CITATIONS to the MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (Military) (MSM)

FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

BRACKETT, David S. MSM CG: 04 November 2006

Colonel Air Attaché to Canada GH: 24 October 2006

United States Air Force USAF DOI: 2004 to 2006

“Colonel Brackett, of the United States Air Force, has consistently exhibited a rare standard of professionalism and

initiative in his duties as U.S. Defence and Air Attaché to Canada. Since assuming this position in 2004, he has risen to

the defence and security challenges of a changed world. He helped position the Canadian Forces for critical

transformation with key access to U.S. transformation efforts, command relationships, interoperability and information-

sharing initiatives. Through his achievements, Colonel Brackett has improved cooperation and strengthened relations

between Canada and the United States. His contribution to the military community has brought great honour to the

Canadian Forces and to Canada.”

2005: Col. James S. Brackett, current commander, 89th MSG, Andrews AFB, will become deputy

director of Installations and Mission Support, Headquarters AMC, Scott AFB, effective in June 2005.

2006: Awarded the The Newman Medal - presented for outstanding contribution to military

engineering by a civilian or military member of the U.S. Air Force. This medal was first awarded in

1955.

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OWENS, Kevin Charles MSM CG: 07 April 07

Colonel Fort Polk and Wilmington, USA GH: 27 October 2006

United States Army – Commander Task Force Bayonet Afghanistan DOI: July 2005 to February 2006

“Colonel Owens, a citizen of the United States, was instrumental in the success of

the Handahar provincial reconstruction team (PRT), during Operation

ARCHER/ENDURING FREEDOM from July 2005 to February 2006. As

Commander of Task Force Bayonet, Colonel Owens’ inspirational leadership,

stellar support and exemplary dedication enabled the PRT to effectively execute

security, development and stabilization operations in support of the campaign against

terrorism. His steadfast resolve and outstanding leadership in a hostile,

unpredictable counter-insurgency environment brought great credit to him, to the

Canadian Forces and to the United States Army.”

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CITATIONS to the MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (Military) (MSM)

FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

WILLIAMS, Richard Steven MSM CG: 07 April 2007

Colonel Fort Richardson, USA GH: 06 February 2007

United States Army – Deputy Commander Afghanistan DOI: 2004 to 2006

“From May to November 2006, Colonel Williams of the United States Army

applied dogged determination, as well as outstanding leadership to ensure that

Task Force Grizzly performed to exceptional standards. As deputy commander of

the Multinational Brigade - Regional Command South, in Afghanistan, he

coordinated combat enablers and implemented quick impact reconstruction projects in the battle

space. His combined experience in the area of operations, his knowledge of resources and his

well-established relations with high-ranking officials and key leaders of Afghanistan served to

directly support the strategic goals of the Canadian mission in Afghanistan. A tireless advocate for

the region, Colonel Williams has brought great credit to the United States, to the Canadian Forces

and to Canada.

Colonel Kevin Owens, MSM

July 2011 to Present Director, Mission Support Element Vicenza (US Army Africa)

July 2010 to July 2011 Executive Officer to the Commanding General Allied Force Command Heidelberg, Germany

June 2009 to June 2010 Chief Strategic Advisory Group (SAG) ISAF Afghanistan

Aug 2008 to June 2009 Military Fellow, Council on Foreign Relations Washington

July 2006 to July 2008 Commander, Operations Group (COG) Joint Readiness Training Center Fort Polk, Louisiana

June 2004 to June 2006 Brigade Commander – 173rd Airborne Brigade Afghanistan

July 2003 to June 2004 Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations (G3) Southern European Task Force Vicenza, Italy

July 2002 to June 2003 Student, Naval War College Newport, Rhode Island

June 2000 to June 2002 Battalion Commander, 2nd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment Fort Benning, Georgia

June 1999 to June 2000 Battalion Commander, 2nd Battalion, 35th Infantry Regiment (25th Inf Div) Hawaii

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CITATIONS to the MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (Military) (MSM)

FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

VERNON, Christopher Hilary MSM CG: 07 April 2007

Colonel – British Army – Queen’s Own Hussars Warminster, United Kingdom GH: 08 June 2007

COS Multinational Brigade South Afghanistan DOI: February to October 2006

“Colonel Vernon of the British Army, served as chief of staff of the Multinational Brigade – Regional Command South,

in Afghanistan from February to October 2006. A strategic thinker and master organizer, he established a multinational

headquarters that began effective operations immediately upon entry into theatre. The success of combat operations

was largely attributed to his planning abilities and knowledge of tactics and operations. He made and invaluable

contribution to information operations, interacting with Afghan National Army Corps, personnel and coordinating British

resources. Through his action supporting the strategic goals of the Canadian mission in Afghanistan, Colonel Vernon

has brought great credit to the United Kingdom, to the Canadian Forces and to Canada.”

Colonel Christopher Hilary Vernon is a British Army officer. Colonel Vernon gained international attention in 2003 as the senior

spokesman for the British Army during the invasion of Iraq. Vernon was commissioned into the Queen’s Own Hussars (later

Queen’s Royal Hussars) from the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in 1976. Prior to serving in Iraq and Afghanistan, Colonel

Vernon served in Bosnia in 1995. During his time in Bosnia in 1995, he served as the spokesman for (UNPROFOR) under the

command of General Sir Rupert Smith. In December 2010, he Vernon was Chief of Staff for NATO forces in southern

Afghanistan.

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FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

BUDD, Andrew David Hawkesford MSM CG: 19 July 2008

Colonel – British Army United Kingdom GH: 02 July 2008

Chief of Operations ISAF Headquarters Afghanistan DOI: February to August 2004

“Colonel Budd was deployed as chief of operations in the International Security Assistance Force

(ISAF) Headquarters in Afghanistan, from February to August 2004. A strategic-level visionary, he

overcame serious obstacles and set the conditions for the successful conduct of voter registration

and presidential elections. Throughout this demanding tour in a volatile operational environment, he

worked tirelessly and selflessly to enhance intelligence-driven security missions and counter-narcotic

activities that were vital to the NATO expansion into northern Afghanistan. Colonel Budd’s devotion

to duty and relentless effort have brought great honour to the Canadian Forces, to Canada and to

NATO.”

Medals: British General Service Medal bar Northern Ireland with MID – NATO bar ISAF – British

Operational Service Medal bar Afghanistan – EIIR Golden Jubilee – MSM (Canadian)

Colonel Andrew Budd Joined the British Army in 1975,

commissioning in the Royal Artillery. His early years

were spent in regimental appointments in Germany

and the UK, prior to attending Staff College in 1989.

His staff positions have included the Operations

Division of HQ BAOR in Germany, where he coordinated the deployment of UK

forces to Saudi Arabia in Gulf War 1, a founding member of the teaching staff at

the Kuwait Staff College and as the Chief of Operations for General Hillier in

Afghanistan in 2004. Unusually, he has spent the last 10 years of his career in

NATO appointments; at the Headquarters in Brussels, SHAPE in Mons and JFC

Brunssum in the Netherlands. Now responsible for NATO strategic policy, he has

previously been a NATO operations planner for the Balkans and Afghanistan. His

operational experience also extends to Northern Ireland, Central America and the

Balkans. His current post is heavily involved in the development of the Comprehensive Approach, military input to the Strategic

Concept and the revision of the NATO Command Structure. His operational service has been rewarded with a mention in

dispatches in 2003 for Northern Ireland and the Canadian Meritorious Service Medal in 2008 for Afghanistan.

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FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

SEAY, Thomas MSM CG: 29 October 2008

Colonel – US Army Medical Corps Warminster, United Kingdom GH: 28 October 2008

Radiologist Multi-National Medical Unit in Kandhar DOI: Sept 2007 to Jan 2008

“When the Multi-National Medical Unit in Kandahar was left without a radiologist,

Colonel Seay volunteered to serve from September 2007 to January 2008. The

services he provided to Canadian and coalition soldiers greatly impacted on the quality

of medical care they received, and directly contributed to saving numerous lives.

Medals: MSM – Air Force Achievement Medal – Air Force Meritorious Unit Award –

Distinguished Flying Cross with two Clusters – National Defense Service Medal with

gold star - Afghanistan Campaign Medal with one cluster – Global War on Terrorism –

Air Force Longevity Service Award Ribbon with four clusters – Air Force Training Medal

- NATO with former Yugoslavia bar – Canadian MSM

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TURNER, Luther (‘Trey’) S. III MSM CG: 29 October 2008

Colonel – USAF American Citizen GH: 28 October 2008

Commander – 451st Air Expeditionary Group Afghanistan DOI: January 2008 to April 2008

“Colonel Turner of the United States Air Force deployed as the Commander of 451st Air

Expeditionary Group, in Afghanistan, from January 2008 to April 2008. His dynamic

leadership and innovation greatly assisted ground forces. This timely assistance

resulted in a reduction of the enemy’s capability, which ultimately saved Canadian lives

and improved the operational effectiveness of Joint Task Force Afghanistan.”

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FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

CZEPIGA, Steven M. MSM CG: 20 June 2009

Colonel – US Army American Citizen GH: 14 January 2009

United States Army Attaché in Canada DOI: June 2005 to Sept 2008

“From June 2005 to September 2008, Colonel Czepiga has consistently exhibited a high standard

of professionalism in the performance of his duties as the U.S. Army attaché in Canada. Working

tirelessly to ensure the closest co-operation between Canadian and American armed forces in

Afghanistan, he has greatly contributed to the positioning of the Canadian Forces for current

operational challenges. His expertise and initiative have brought great honour to the United States

Army and to Canada.

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DURAN, Jean-Pierre MSM CG: 27 March 2010

Colonel – French Army French Citizen GH: 14 January 2009

Assistant Defence Attaché at the French Embassy in Ottawa DOI: 2004 to 2008

“Colonel Duran, then lieutenant-colonel, demonstrated exceptional dedication and professionalism as

assistant defence attaché at the Embassy of France, in Ottawa, from 2004 to 2008. His organization

of a vast array of commemorative activities for Canadian veterans and military personnel has

undeniably reinforced the bonds of friendship between Canada and France.”

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ANDERSON, Lyndon MSM CG: 20 June 2009

Lieutenant-Colonel – Australian Army Australian Citizen GH: 04 May 2009

Australian Defence Adviser to Canada DOI: 2005 to 2008

“Lieutenant-Colonel Anderson displayed exceptional dedication to duty as the Australian defence adviser to

Canada from December 2006 to September 2008. He has worked diligently to build close partnerships

with Canadian Forces leaders. His untiring efforts have facilitated a strong operational relationship

between the Australian Defence Force and the Canadian Forces, both in Canada and in Afghanistan.“

June 2013 – Present Owner Sea Scape Kayaking and Training Services Hervey Bay

February 2012 Retired from Army – to Hervey Bay

January 2011 – January 2012 Director Capabilty Needs Analysis, Australian Defence Force

January 2011 Colonel - Australian Army – Department of Defence

2010 - 2010 Senior Logistics Officer Middle East Area of Operations – Department of Defence - MEAO

December 2006 - September 2008 Australian Defence Adviser to Canada

1986 – 1987 Royal Military College, Duntroon

University of New England (AU)

Bachelor's degree, Disaster Management

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FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

RICHARDSON, Colin P. MSM CG: 27 March 2010

Colonel – New Zealand Army New Zealand Citizen GH: 26 November 2009

New Zealand Defence Adviser to Canada DOI: July 2006 to August 2009

“Colonel Richardson has consistently exhibited a rare standard of professionalism, skill and initiative in his duties as the

defence advisor for New Zealand, in Canada, from July 2006 to August 2009. He has worked tirelessly to ensure the

closest co-ordination and co- operation between Canadian and New Zealand armed forces in Afghanistan. Under his

stewardship, the Canada-New Zealand Exchange Programme has provided an optimal contribution to the Canadian

Forces.”

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BREEN, Joseph Patrick MSM CG: 27 March 2010

Colonel - USAF American Citizen GH: 19 March 2010

USAF Air Attaché to Canada DOI: 2006 to 2009

“For outstanding professionalism and initiative as US Defence and Air Attaché to Canada from 2006 to 2009.”

“Colonel Breen has consistently exhibited a high level of professionalism and initiative in his duties as United States

Defence and Air Attaché to Canada. He was instrumental in providing key assistance to Canada’s Air Force as it

introduced the CC177 Globemaster and as it planned to acquire a CC130J Hercules fleet. While his outstanding

leadership significantly contributed to Canadian operations, his personal engagement with the military community also

enhanced the exchange experience of American personnel living in Canada.”

Colonel Joseph Patrick Breen, MSM, USA

August 2011 to present International Business Development Principal Lockheed Martin Orlando, Florida

October 2009 to April 2011 Commandant, Joint Military Attaché School, US Dept of Defense Washington, D.C.

January 2007 to October 2009 Defense and Air Attaché to Canada Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

June 2004 to January 2007 Air Attaché to Germany Berlin, Germany

January 2004 to December 2004 Joint Military Attaché School

January 2002 to December 2003 Marine Corps War College

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CITATIONS to the MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (Military) (MSM)

FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

De JONGE, Jonkheer J. Harmen MSM CG: 27 March 2010

Brigadier-General – Royal Netherlands Army Dutch Citizen GH: 19 March 2010

Deputy Commander Regional Command South in Afghanistan DOI: January to October 2008

“For outstanding leadership and as the Deputy Commander, Regional Command (South) in Afghanistan from January to

October 2008.”

“Major-General, then Brigadier-General, de Jonge of the Royal Netherlands Army was deployed to Afghanistan as the

deputy commander of Regional Command (South), from January to October 2008. His strategic vision and expert skills in

diplomacy greatly contributed to mutual respect and synergy between coalition partners, Afghan security forces and the

Afghan government. His insightful execution of command intent and his advice to multinational staff ensured effective

command and control during regional operations. Brigadier-General de Jonge’s exceptional leadership and professionalism

were key in ensuring the success of the Regional Command (South) operations.

Major-General Jonkheer J. Harmen De JONGE, MSM

MGen Jan Harmen (Harm) De Jonge was born in Rijssen on 20 May 1952. He is a Dutch

Major General of Cavalry and was from November 2008 to July 5, 2010 Deputy

Commander of the First German-Dutch Corps (1 (GE / NL) Corps).

Harm de Jonge began his military career in 1971 at the Royal Military Academy (KMA) in

Breda. Three years later he graduated, received his diploma and an officer was appointed

Second Lieutenant of Cavalry, Regiment of Hussars Sytzama. As lieutenant commanders

and troop captain, he held various positions.

He then took the course Higher Military Education at the Department Staff at the Higher

Military School in The Hague. In 1985 he was promoted to major and joined the Army

Staff. Two years later, Harm returned to the KMA as Deputy Head of the Education

Modernization.

In 1990, he was promoted to Lieutenant Colonel and made Chief of Staff at the G2 section of the First Division 7 December. Two

years later he was appointed Commander of the Tank Battalion of the 11th Regiment of Hussars Sytzama in Oirschot. In 1994

he was promoted to Colonel and became head of the G2 to the Staff of the 1st Army Corps, followed by a tour in Zagreb at the

headquarters of the United Nations Peace Force (HQ UNPF), as Head of Land Operations. On his return from Zagreb, he was

Head of the Section 1 and G2 at the staff of the (1 (GE / NL) Corps).

In 1997 Harm was the Project Coordinator at the Army Staff in The Hague. He then returned to the First Division "7 December"

as Chief of Staff. In 2001 he was promoted to Brigadier General and was Deputy Commander of the same First Division.

In 2002 Young was sent for six months to Macedonia where he was given command of the International Task Force Fox in

Macedonia. In January 2003 he became commander of the 41st Mechanized Brigade Seedorf (Germany). In 2006 Harm was

given the post of Deputy Chief of Staff Operations at (1 (GE / NL) Corps). He also served in that period the post of Deputy Commander ISAF Regional Command South in Afghanistan.

He is Chairman of the Cavalry Officers Association (VOC), Chairman of the Military Ruiterbewijs Oldest Arms and the arms of the

Cavalry. He is the son of Colonel of Cavalry Retired Marine Jhr Mr. Yonge and Cornelia ter Horst. His eldest brother served as

an officer in the Cavalry. Harm de Jonge is married with two sons and a daughter. One of his sons also serves as an officer in

the Cavalry and his other son is now a cadet at the KMA.

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Decorations of Major-General Jonkheer J. Harmen De JONGE, MSM

Medal of Merit in Gold

Commemorative Medal UN Peace Operations (HVN2)

Commemorative Medal Peacekeeping Operations

Distinguished Medal for Long Service as an Officer with XXX Army Medal

Order of St. John Vierdaagsekruis (4th level)

Skill medal of the Dutch Sports Federation (2nd level)

United Nations Protection Force Medal (UNPROFOR)

NATO Medal (Former Yugoslavia)

Ehrenkreuz der Bundeswehr in Gold Germany

Médaille de la Défense Nationale echelon d'Or France

Meritorious Service Medal Canada

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Decorations of Major-General Jonkheer J. Harmen De JONGE, MSM

Medal of Merit in Gold Commemorative Medal Commemorative Medal Distinguished Medal for Long

UN Peace Operations (HVN2) UN Peace Operations Service (Officer)

Army Medal Order of St. John Vierdaagsekruis (4th level) Skill Medal of the Dutch

Federation (4th Class)

UNPROFOR NATO Medal Ehrenkreuz der Bundeswehr Médaille de la Défense

Former Yugoslavia in Gold (Germany) Nationale echelon d'Ore)

(France)

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CITATIONS to the MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (Military) (MSM)

FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

McGRATH, Thomas J. MSM CG: 27 March 2010

Colonel – US Army American Citizen GH:

Commander of the Afghanistan Regional Security Integration Command (South) DOI: August 2007 to August 2008

“For outstanding leadership and dedication as the Commander of the Afghanistan Regional Security

Integration Command (South) from August 2007 to August 2008.”

“Colonel McGrath, of the United States Army, was deployed as the commander of the Afghan Regional

Security Integration Command (South), from August 2007 to August 2008.

His mentorship of Afghan National Police forces greatly improved their

effectiveness, professionalism and, consequently, their reputation among

local citizens. His resourcefulness and dedication enhanced the capability of

Afghan National Security Forces, ensuring their integration into the

operational planning of Regional Command (South).”

Colonel Thomas J. McGRATH, MSM

Colonel Thomas J. McGrath Hails from South Boston, Massachusetts; he graduated and was commissioned as a 2Lt of Infantry

from Northeastern University in 1981. Colonel McGrath served as a rifle platoon leader in the 1001st Airborne Division (Air

Assault) from 1981 to 1985 and commanded two infantry companies in the 10th Mountain Division from 1985 to 1988. He was

the recipient of the Douglas McArthur Leadership Award in 1987.

He served as brigade assistant S3, Aide de Camp to the Division Commander and Assistant Operations Officer (G3) from 1988

to 1991 in the 10th Mountain Division. Following his attendance at the Command and General Staff College, Colonel McGrath

served as a Chief of Strategic Plans, Secretary of the General Staff, Battalion Operations and Executive Officer 5th Battalion, 87th

Infantry, Camp Commander for Operation Safe Haven (Cuban Migrants) for the US Army South in the Republic of Panama, 1993

to 1997.

Returning to the United States in 1997, Colonel McGrath served as the Maneuver Branch Chief for the Battle Command Training

Program at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. He then Commanded the 1st Battalion, 61st Infantry at Fort Jackson, South Carolina.

Soon thereafter, Colonel McGrath served on the Army Staff, Washington, D.C. from 2001 to 2004.

From 2004 to 2005, Colonel McGrath deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, where he served as the Chief of Starr for

the Political Military Economic Effects in conjunction with the Multi-National Force Iraq (MNF-I) Staff. He then returned to the

United States and served as the Director of Quick Reaction Testing for Joint Testing and Evaluation, Arlington, Virginia from

2005 to 2007. Colonel McGrath was then deployed as the commander of the Afghan Regional Security Integration Command

(South), from August 2007 to August 2008.

Colonel McGrath’s awards and Decorations Include:

Bronze Star

Defense Meritorious Service Medal

Meritorious Service Medal with 5 Oak Leaf Clasps

Meritorious Service Medal (Canada)

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CITATIONS to the MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (Military) (MSM)

FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

MINJOLLET, Yves MSM CG: 27 March 2010

Commandant – French Army French Citizen GH: 19 March 2010

Administrator of the Palace & National Museum of the Legion of Honour in Paris DOI: 2003 to 2008

Administrator of the Palace and National Museum of the Legion of Honour in Paris, France from 2003 to 2008.”

“Commandant Minjollet has made a remarkable contribution to fostering a closer collaboration between Canada and France

in the field of honours. Between 2003 and 2008, his expertise in military and civilian honours and recognition greatly

influenced and contributed to the development of a Canadian military recognition policy. The professionalism, initiative and

leadership demonstrated by Commandant Minjollet with regards to honours have contributed to a strong working relationship

between Canada and France, and are worthy of the highest praise.”

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CITATIONS to the MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (Military) (MSM)

FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

NAPIER, Philip Martin Lennox OBE MSM CG: 27 March 2010

Colonel – British Army – Royal Regiment of Wales British Citizen GH: 19 March 2010

Chief of Staff for the Afghan Regional Security Integration Command (South) HQ DOI: January to October 2008

“Colonel Napier, of the British Army, was deployed to Afghanistan as

chief of staff for the Afghan Regional Security Integration Command

(South) Headquarters, from January to October 2008. His

competence in synchronizing the efforts of multinational

headquarters staff ensured the development of a comprehensive

regional action plan that enabled subordinate task forces to develop

their own plans of action within the framework of a sustainable

regional peace perspective. Colonel Napier’s firm management of

resources and outstanding leadership made possible unprecedented

operational momentum and enhanced operations in southern

Afghanistan.”

Awarded Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) as per London Gazette of 07 September 2004 was Lieutenant

Colonel Philip Martin Lennox Napier, Royal Regiment of Wales.

Lt.-Col. Philip Martin Lennox Napier was born on 29 December 1964. He is the son of MGen Lennox Alexander Hawkins Napier

and Jennifer Dawn Wilson. He married Philippa N. Rawson, Daughter of James Rawson in 1990. He gained the rank of

Lieutenant-Colonel in the service of the RRW. He and his wife have four children, Phoebe Henrietta Napier (born 1992), Isabel

Louisa Rodier Napier (born 1994), Harry James Lennox Napier (born 04 December 1996) and Poppy Napier (born 2002).

2002-2004: Commanding Officer of an Infantry Battalion. Responsible for a unit of 650 personnel, preparation and deployment in

a fire fighting role in the West Midlands and as an Armoured organization to Basrah City. Driving through Reconstruction and

Development initiatives such as primary healthcare, schooling and clean water supply. Training and partnering Iraqi security

forces and police.

2004-2006: Command of British Army Command and Staff Trainer and Pre Deployment Training Unit. Formulation of collective

training objects, the design and delivery of training packages and the preparation of major military units for global operations.

2006-2008: NATO Divisional Chief of Staff, Kandahar. Coordination of Political, Developmental and Security lines of operation

involving 23,000 international forces personnel from 48 nations, the UN, EU and numerous NGOs. Author of the Southern

Afghanistan Development Plan and the strategy for capacity building amongst Afghan institutions.

2008-2010: Head Service Personnel MOD. Development of personnel strategies and recruitment in MOD Head Office, Whitehall.

Responsible for the MOD Head Office Resilience Contingency Plan.

2010–2011: Infantry Chief of Staff. Coordination of Terms and Conditions of Service for Infantry

Personnel. Training Needs Analysis and construction of training plans and programmes for Combat

Soldiers.

September 2011 – Present (2 years 3 months): Promoted Brigadier and Regional Brigade

Commander, British Army, Wales

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CITATIONS to the MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (Military) (MSM)

FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

MILLER, Christopher D. MSM CG: 27 March 2010

Major-General - USAF American Citizen GH: 19 March 2010

Director, Plans, Policy and Strategy (J5), HQ NORAD and U.S. Northern Command DOI: 2007 to 2009

“From 2007 to 2009, Major-General Miller, of Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, distinguished himself by developing

enduring staff relationships and identifying operational improvements within the North American Aerospace Defence

Command, the United States Northern Command and Canada Command. His outstanding leadership and integrity ensured

effective intergovernmental and military co-operation, ultimately strengthening the defence and security of Canada and the

United States.”

Lieutenant-General Christopher D. MILLER, MSM

Deputy Chief of Staff for Strategic Plans and Programs

Headquarters U.S. Air Force, Washington, D.C.

Lt. Gen. Christopher D. Miller is Deputy Chief of Staff for Strategic Plans and

Programs, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, Washington, D.C. In support of the

Chief of Staff and Secretary of the Air Force, General Miller leads the

development and integration of the Air Force's long-range plans and the more

than $780 billion U.S. Air Force Future Years Defense Program to ensure Air

Force ability to underwrite current and future national security objectives and

military strategy.

General Miller entered Air Force service as a distinguished graduate of the

U.S. Air Force Academy in 1980, subsequently earning a master's degree from

Oxford University. His staff assignments include three tours at Headquarters

U.S. Air Force in international affairs, plans and policy positions; and service

as policy adviser to the U.S. Ambassador to NATO. He has also been a

Military Fellow at (and member of) the Council on Foreign Relations; the

Director of Assignments at the Air Force Personnel Center; and Director of

Plans, Policy and Strategy for North American Aerospace Defense Command

and U.S. Northern Command.

General Miller's operational assignments include B-1B initial cadre; command

at squadron and group levels during maturation of B-1 global conventional strike capability; and command of America's only B-2

wing at Whiteman AFB, Mo. He has also served as the senior Air Force commander in Afghanistan, responsible for aircraft and

airmen conducting joint and coalition reconstruction and combat operations. The general is a command pilot with more than

2,700 flying hours in B-2, B-1 T-37 and T-38 aircraft.

EDUCATION

1980 Bachelor of Science degree in international relations and history, U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs

1982 Master of Philosophy degree in international relations, Oxford University, England

1991 Master of Arts degree in national security and strategic studies, College of Naval Command and Staff, Naval War College,

Newport, R.I. ASSIGNMENTS

1. October 1980 - July 1982, graduate student, Oxford University, England

2. August 1982 - July 1983, student, undergraduate pilot training, Williams AFB, Ariz.

3. August 1983 - November 1986, T-38 instructor pilot, squadron executive officer, wing assistant executive officer and inspector

general, 82nd Flying Training Wing, Williams AFB, Arizona

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4. December 1986 - September 1987, international politico-military affairs officer, Office of the Assistant to the Secretary of the

Air Force for International Affairs, the Pentagon, Washington, D.C.

5. September 1987 - January 1988, B-1B pilot initial qualification training, Dyess AFB, Texas

6. February 1988 - June 1990, B-1B pilot, aircraft commander and flight commander, 28th Bomb Squadron, McConnell AFB,

Kansas

7. July 1990 - June 1991, student, College of Naval Command and Staff, Naval War College, Newport, R.I.

8. July 1991 - July 1993, air operations officer and Chief, Concepts Branch, Strategy Division, Deputy Chief of Staff for Plans and

Operations; later, policy and issues analyst, Secretary of the Air Force Staff Group, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, Washington,

D.C.

9. August 1993 - December 1996, operations officer and Commander, 37th Bomb Squadron; later, Deputy Commander, 28th

Operations Group, Ellsworth AFB, S.D.

10. December 1996 - June 1997, Air Force Fellow, College of Security Studies and Defense Economics, George C. Marshall

European Center for Security Studies, Garmisch, Germany

11. August 1997 - March 2000, policy adviser on Defense Planning, U.S. Ambassador to NATO, Brussels, Belgium

12. April 2000 - August 2001, Commander, 7th Operations Group, Dyess AFB, Texas

13. August 2001 - July 2002, Military Fellow, Council on Foreign Relations, New York, N.Y.

14. July 2002 - April 2004, Dir. of Assignments, Headquarters Air Force Personnel Center, Randolph AFB, Texas

15. April 2004 - May 2006, Commander, 509th Bomb Wing, Whiteman AFB, Mo.

16. May 2006 - May 2007, Commander, 455th Air Expeditionary Wing, and Director, Air Component Coordination Element,

Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan

17. May 2007 - August 2009, Director of Plans, Policy and Strategy (J5), North American Aerospace Defense Command and

U.S. Northern Command, Peterson AFB, Colorado

18. August 2009 - November 2009, Special Assistant to the Vice Chief of Staff, U.S. Air Force, Washington, D.C.

19. November 2009 - present, Deputy Chief of Staff for Strategic Plans and Programs, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, Washington,

D.C.

SUMMARY OF JOINT ASSIGNMENTS

1. August 1997 - March 2000, policy adviser on Defense Planning, U.S. Ambassador to NATO, Brussels, Belgium, as a colonel

2. May 2006 - May 2007, Director, CJTF-76 and CJTF-82 Air Component Coordination Element, Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, as

a brigadier general

3. May 2007 - August 2009, Director, Plans, Policy and Strategy (J5), Headquarters North American Aerospace Defense

Command and U.S. Northern Command, Peterson AFB, Colo., as a major general

MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS

Defense Superior Service Medal with oak leaf cluster

Legion of Merit with two oak leaf clusters

Bronze Star Medal

Meritorious Service Medal with three oak leaf clusters

Afghanistan Campaign Medal with two bronze stars

Canadian Meritorious Service Medal (MSM)

EFFECTIVE DATES OF PROMOTION

Second Lieutenant 28 May 1980 Colonel 01 September 1998

First Lieutenant 28 May 1982 Brigadier General 01 September 2005

Captain 28 May 1984 Major General 01 November 2008

Major 01 January 1990 Lieutenant General 16 November 2009

Lieutenant Colonel 01 June 1993

Colonel 01 September 1998 Current as of January 2010

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CITATIONS to the MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (Military) (MSM)

FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

MURRETT, Robert B. MSM CG: 27 March 2010

Vice-Admiral United States Navy American Citizen GH: 19 March 2010

Director of the United States National Geospatial Intelligence Agency DOI: 2006 to 2010

”Since 2006, Vice Admiral Murrett has been the director of the United States National Geospatial Intelligence Agency, and

functional manager for geospatial intelligence. His outstanding leadership and vision have been instrumental in improving

access to and the sharing of geospatial intelligence, which has had a profound impact on safety and security both in Canada

and in the United States. His continued advocacy towards a synergistic approach to interoperability among Allied nations has

greatly contributed to the success of many Canadian Forces missions, both domestically and internationally.

Vice Admiral Robert B. Murrett, MSM Director, National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency

Vice Admiral Robert B. Murrett was appointed Director of the National

Geospatial-Intelligence Agency July 7, 2006.

Prior to his appointment, Vice Adm. Murrett served as the Director of Naval

Intelligence from April 1, 2005 until July 6, 2006.

Following his commissioning, Vice Adm. Murrett was assigned as an afloat

intelligence officer, including Mediterranean, North Atlantic, and western

Pacific deployments aboard USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63), USS America (CV

66), and USS Independence (CV 62).

Following assignment to Defense Intelligence College in 1980, Vice Adm.

Murrett was detailed to the Chief of Naval Operations Intelligence Plot (OP-

009U) as a watch stander and briefing officer for Navy civilian and military

leaders. From 1983 to 1985, he served as Assistant Intelligence Officer for

Commander, Second Fleet. He participated in deployments to the North

Atlantic, the European theater, and Caribbean aboard USS Mount Whitney

(LCC 20) and USS Nassau (LHA 4). Between 1986 and 1989, Vice Adm.

Murrett was assigned as Assistant Naval Attaché to the U. S. Embassy in

Oslo, Norway.

In 1989, Vice Adm. Murrett reported to Commander in Chief, U. S. Pacific Fleet, where he was assigned as Operational

Intelligence Officer. From 1992 to 1995, he served as Assistant Chief of Staff, Intelligence for Commander, Carrier Group Eight,

and deployed to the European and Central Command theaters aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Vice Adm. Murrett

also was assigned as J2 CJTF 120 aboard USS Wasp (LHD 1) for operations in the Caribbean.

Between 1995 and 1997, Vice Adm. Murrett was Assistant Chief of Staff, Intelligence for Commander, Second Fleet, and served

concurrently as N2 for NATO's Striking Fleet Atlantic and as J2 for U. S. Atlantic Command's CJTF 120. From June 1997 until

September 1998, he was assigned to the Chief of Naval Operations Staff as Executive Assistant to the Director of Naval

Intelligence. Vice Admiral Murrett was then assigned as Director, Intelligence Directorate, Office of Naval Intelligence in

September 1998. Vice Admiral Murrett assumed the duties of Commander, Atlantic Intelligence Command (AIC) August 12,

1999. He was responsible for the transition of AIC to Joint Forces Intelligence Command in October 1999. Vice Adm. Murrett

served as the Director for Intelligence, U. S. Joint Forces Command, from August 10, 2000 through January 25, 2002. From 31

January 2002 through March 2005, Vice Adm. Murrett was assigned as the Vice Director for Intelligence, J2, on the Joint Staff.

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Vice Adm. Murrett received his bachelor's degree in history from the University of Buffalo and master’s degrees in government

and strategic intelligence from Georgetown University and the Defense Intelligence College, respectively.

Medals of VAdm Robert B. Murrett, MSM

Defense Distinguished Legion of Defense Meritorious Meritorious Service

Service Medal with Merit Service Medal with Medal with

1 Oak Leaf Cluster Oak Leaf Cluster 3 Oak Leaf Clusters

Navy and Marine Corps Navy Meritorious National Defense Southwest Asia Service

Commendation Medal Unit Commendation Service Medal Medal

Ribbon

Unknown

Global War on Armed Forces Blue Yellow Light Blue Sea Service Deployment

Terrorism Service Medal Service Medal White Light Blue Ribbon with Oak Leaf

Yellow Blue

Navy and Marine Corps NATO Medal for Kuwait Liberation Naval Expert Pistol Shot

Overseas Deployment former Yugoslavia Medal from the

Ribbon with Oak Leaf Cluster Government of Kuwait

Meritorious Service Cross

(Canada)

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CITATIONS to the MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (Military) (MSM)

FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

HURLBUT, Daniel S. MSM CG: 03 July 2010

Lieutenant-Colonel – US Army American Citizen GH: 31 May 2010

Commanding Officer of an American Infantry Battalion in Afghanistan DOI: July 2008 to June 2009

“While deployed to Afghanistan from July 2008 to June 2009, Lieutenant-

Colonel Hurlbut, commanding officer of an American infantry battalion, provided

outstanding support to the Canadian Forces. Tasked with defining the combat

zone in Maywand District for the Canadian contingent, he demonstrated an

exceptional understanding of the insurgency and the region’s complex political

situation. He expertly led his soldiers in multiple counter-insurgency operations

while simultaneously expanding the Afghan government’s influence. Lieutenant-

Colonel Hurlbut’s leadership and dedication contributed to Canada’s

operational success in Afghanistan, enhancing Canadian-American relations.”

Lieutenant-Colonel Dan Hurlbut was the Battalion Commander for 2nd Battalion,

2nd Infantry, US Army, Fort Hood, Texas in 2007 and took them to Afghanistan in

2009.

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MILLER, Scott MSM CG: 03 July 2010

Lieutenant-Colonel – USAF American Citizen GH: 31 May 2010

Commanding Officer 62nd Expeditionary Reconnaissance Squadron USAF DOI: Sept 2008 to April 2009

OSOWSKI, Theodore E. MSM

Colonel – USAF American Citizen

Commanding Officer 451st Air Expeditionary Group USAF in Afghanistan

“Lieutenant-Colonel Miller and Colonel Osowski of the United States Air

Force commanded the 62nd Expeditionary Reconnaissance Squadron and

the 451st Air Expeditionary Group, respectively, in Afghanistan, from

September 2008 to April 2009. Their units’ seamless integration with the

Canadian Battle Group ensured uninterrupted access to dedicated close

air support, resulting in successful operations against insurgents across

Kandahar province. Whether personally flying missions, providing advice

to the Battle Group commander or ensuring their units’ technical and

tactical excellence, Lieutenant-Colonel Miller’s and Colonel Osowski’s

efforts diminished insurgent fighting ability, saved Canadian lives and

enhanced the Task Force’s operational effectiveness.”

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CITATIONS to the MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (Military) (MSM)

FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

VERNEY, Jean-Michel Désiré MSM CG: 18 December 2010

Colonel – French Air Force French Citizen GH: 07 July 2010

Defence Attaché Ottawa DOI: 2006 to 2010

“Colonel Verney demonstrated exceptional devotion and professionalism in his duties as defence attaché to the

Embassy of France in Ottawa, from 2006 to 2010. Canada benefited greatly from his vast experience and knowledge,

thereby increasing military cooperation between our two countries. By organizing a wide range of educational projects

for a number of Canadian students, as well as commemorative activities for past and present Canadian soldiers, he

undeniably contributed to strengthening the ties of friendship between France and Canada.”

An Air Force Officer, he was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant-Colonel on 01 November 2000. On 26 September 2007, he was

appointed a Member of the French National Order of Merit and raised to an Officer of the Order on 20 January 2008 while

holding the rank of Colonel.

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LUCE, Steven MSM CG: 18 December 2010

Captain – USN American Citizen GH: 29 September 2010

US Navy Defence Attaché Ottawa DOI: 2006 to 2009

“From 2006 through 2009, Captain Luce demonstrated outstanding professionalism and initiative in his

duties as the United States naval attaché to Canada. His contributions to a number of Canadian Forces

programs and projects —most notably the Canadian Submarine Program, the Joint Support Ship

Project and the Arctic/Offshore Patrol Ship Project—were invaluable to Canadian naval operations and

significantly enhanced co-operation and relations between Canada and the United States.”

Captain Steven Luce, MSM, United States Navy

June 2012 – March 2013 Manager of Asset Protection - Goodwill of Southern Nevada

March 2012 – June 2012 Retail Operations Manager - Goodwill Industries of Southern Nevada

June 2009 – October 2011 Director of Operations - Project Dynamics Inc., Las Vegas, Nevada

May 2006 – May 2009 Naval Attaché U.S. Embassy in Ottawa, Ontario

April 2003 – April 2005 Chief of Staff - US Navy, San Diego, California

April 2001 - April 2003 Commander – US Navy, Jacksonville, Florida – 5 Aviation Organizations

March 2000 – March 2001 Student - U S Naval War College, Newport, Rhode Island

January 1998 – February 2000 Air Officer, USS Constellation, San Diego, California

April 1995 – December 1997 Commanding Officer/Executive Officer, US Navy, San Diego, California

Pilot – S-3B Viking

2012 - 2013 US Navy - UNLV Graduate School - Graduate School Certificate, Nonprofit Management

2000 – 2001 U S Naval War College, MA, National Security and Strategic Studies

1972 – 1977 BA Geography, UCLA

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CITATIONS to the MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (Military) (MSM)

FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

BELETIC, Robert J. MSM CG: 13 August 2011

Brigadier-General – United States Air Force American Citizen GH: 02 June 2011

Deputy Commander Force Employment Canadian NORAD Region 1 at Cdn Air Div HQ DOI: 2009 to June 2011

“Since 2009, Brigadier-General Beletic has exhibited a high level of professionalism in his duties as the deputy commander

Force Employment and Canadian NORAD Region at 1 Canadian Air Division Headquarters. Of particular note was his

leadership in the coordination of Canadian Forces air support of both the humanitarian crisis caused by the 2010 earthquake

in Haiti, and the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Vancouver. He also worked tirelessly to ensure the closest co-

operation between Canada and the United States. His dedication has helped the Canadian Forces succeed in mission both

at home and abroad.”

Brigadier-General Robert J. BELETIC, MSM, USAF

Deputy Commander, Canadian North American Aerospace Defense Region Deputy Commander for Operations, 1st Air Division, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Brig. Gen. Robert J. Beletic is the Deputy Commander, Canadian North American

Aerospace Defense Region, and Deputy Commander for Operations, 1st Air

Division, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. He oversees the execution of all Canadian

air operations worldwide and regularly serves as the Canadian CFACC. He is the

principal adviser to the Canadian Commander and assumes command of NORAD

forces assigned to CANR in the commander's absence. General Beletic is

responsible for ensuring that the region's battle staff, air operations center, flying

units, radar sensors, intelligence, and command and control assets provide airspace

warning and control, and space and maritime warning. He is also the senior U.S.

military officer in Canada and as such represents the U.S. military and his service

and is responsible for mission effectiveness and administration of U.S. Air Force

units assigned to Canada.

General Beletic graduated from the U.S. Air Force Academy in 1983. He has had

nine fighter assignments at bases in four major commands, and he is an outstanding

graduate from the USAF Fighter Weapons School. The general commanded the

20th Operations Group at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., and the 388th Fighter Wing at

Hill AFB, Utah. During staff tours, he served as the military assistant to the Secretary

of the Air Force, as a Joint Staff NATO plans officer, and as the Director of Air Combat Command's Commander's Action Group.

Following wing command, General Beletic served as a Division Chief in the Office of the Air Force Legislative Liaison, and then

as the Chief of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Strategy Development Group.

General Beletic, an F-16 instructor pilot and airborne forward air controller, is a command pilot with more than 4,200 hours of

total flight time. He has more than 3,400 hours in the F-16, including more than 300 hours flown in combat employing rockets,

precision-guided munitions, and combined effects munitions.

EDUCATION

1983 Bachelor of Science degree in aeronautical engineering, U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, Colo.

1986 Squadron Officer School, by correspondence

1989 USAF Fighter Weapons School, Nellis AFB, Nev.

1992 Master's degree in public administration, University of Oklahoma

1995 Master's degree in aeronautical science, Embry-Riddle University

1997 Distinguished graduate, Air Command and Staff College, Maxwell AFB, Ala.

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1997 Armed Forces Staff College, Norfolk, Va.

1999 Air War College, by correspondence

2001 NATO Defense College, Rome, Italy

2005 Congressional Operations, Government Affairs Institute, Washington, D.C.

2006 Leadership Development Program, Center for Creative Leadership, Greensboro, N.C.

2007 Air Force Enterprise Leadership Seminar, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

2009 Joint Air and Space Operations Senior Staff Course, Hurlburt Field, Fla.

2009 Joint Force Component Commander Course, Maxwell AFB, Ala.

ASSIGNMENTS

01. June 1983 - September 1983, soaring instructor, U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, Colo.

02. September 1983 - October 1984, student, Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training, Sheppard AFB, Texas

03. January 1985 - July 1985, student, F-16 fighter training, Luke AFB, Ariz.

04. August 1985 - September 1987, squadron training officer and executive officer to the Director of Operations,

401st Tactical Fighter Wing, Torrejon Air Base, Spain

05. November 1987 - December 1990, chief weapons officer, 14th Tactical Fighter Squadron, Misawa AB, Japan

06. December 1990 - October 1993, flight commander & chief weapons officer, 85th Test & Evaluation Squadron, Eglin AFB, Fla.

07. October 1993 - March 1994, assistant operations officer, 526th Fighter Squadron, Ramstein AB, Germany

08. March 1994 - July 1996, officer in charge, Weapons Standardization and Standardization and Evaluation,

31st Fighter Wing, Aviano AB, Italy

09. August 1996 - June 1997, student, Air Command and Staff College, Maxwell AFB, Ala.

10. August 1997 - July 1999, Joint Staff plans officer, NATO AIRSOUTH, Naples, Italy

11. July 1999 - January 2001, military assistant to the Secretary of the Air Force, Washington, D.C.

12. January 2001 - July 2001, student, NATO Defense College, Rome, Italy

13. July 2001 - January 2003, Deputy Commander, 31st Operations Group, Aviano AB, Italy

14. January 2003 - May 2004, Commander, 20th Operations Group, Shaw AFB, S.C.

15. May 2004 - May 2005, Director, Commander's Action Group, Air Combat Command, Langley AFB, Va.

16. May 2005 - July 2007, Commander, 388th Fighter Wing, Hill AFB, Utah

17. July 2007 - February 2008, Division Chief, Weapons, Legislative Liaison,

Office of the Secretary of the Air Force, Washington, D.C.

18. February 2008 - June 2009, Chief, Joint Chiefs of Staff Strategy Development Group, the Pentagon, Washington, D.C.

19. June 2009 – June 2011, Deputy Commander, Canadian North American Aerospace Defense Region,

and Deputy Commander for Operations, 1st Air Division, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

20. June 2011 Vice-Commander, 1st Air Force (Air Forces Northern), Air Combat Command, Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida.

MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS to Brigadier-General Robert J. BELETIC, MSM, USAF

Defense Superior Service Medal

Legion of Merit with oak leaf cluster

Defense Meritorious Service Medal

Meritorious Service Medal with three oak leaf clusters

Air Medal with three oak leaf clusters

Aerial Achievement Medal

Joint Service Commendation Medal

Air Force Commendation Medal with oak leaf cluster

Meritorious Service Medal (Canada) - MSM

OTHER ACHIEVEMENTS

1983 American Fighter Aces Association Award (U.S. Air Force Academy Outstanding Cadet in Airmanship)

1984 Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training Award

1989 Outstanding graduate, USAF Fighter Weapons School

1992 Test Pilot of the Year, USAF Warfare Center

1994 Aviator of the Year, 16th Air Force

1996 Lt. Gen. Claire Lee Chennault Award (USAF Outstanding Aerial Warfare Tactician)

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2001 NATO Defense College's highest rating

SUMMARY OF JOINT ASSIGNMENTS

01. August 1997 - July 1999, Joint Staff plans officer, NATO AIRSOUTH, Naples, Italy, as a major

02. February 2008 - June 2009, Chief, Joint Chiefs of Staff Strategy Development Group, the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., as a

colonel

03. June 2009 - present, Deputy Commander, Canadian North American Aerospace Defense Region, Winnipeg, Canada, as a

brigadier general

FLIGHT INFORMATION

Rating: Command pilot

Flight hours: More than 4,200 (more than 3,400 in the F-16), including 300 combat hours

Aircraft flown: F-16 (Blocks 10-50)

EFFECTIVE DATES OF PROMOTION

Second Lieutenant June 1, 1983

First Lieutenant June 1, 1985

Captain June 1, 1987

Major March 1, 1995

Lieutenant Colonel July 1, 1999

Colonel Aug. 1, 2003

Brigadier General July 3, 2009

(Current as of June 2011)

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CITATIONS to the MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (Military) (MSM)

FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

BILTON, Gregory Charles AM CSC MSM CG: 13 August 2011

Colonel – Australian Army Australian Citizen GH: 27 July 2011

Deputy Chief of Staff for Security Reform in Regional Command (South) Afghanistan DOI: July 2008 to July 2010

"For outstanding professionalism as an exchange officer in Canadian Operational Support

Command (CANOSCOM), Ottawa, from July 2008 to July 2010.”

“Colonel Bilton, of the Australian Army, was deployed to Afghanistan as deputy chief of staff

for Security Sector Reform in Regional Command (South), from April to November 2008.

His tact and statesmanship helped overcome inter-organizational mistrust and promoted

harmony in the relationship between the Afghan National Army and police. His engagement

and mentorship of Afghan leaders established exceptional synergy between coalition,

Afghan and ISAF forces. Colonel Bilton’s outstanding leadership and commitment greatly

enhanced the capability of Afghan National Security Forces in southern Afghanistan.

He was promoted to Brigadier-General and made the Director General Development and

Plans, Army, Department of Defence on his return to Australia from Canada. On 17

November 2014, he assumed the post as Deputy Commanding General – Operations of the

United States Army (Pacific) in the rank of Major-General.

Awarded Conspicuous Service Cross (CSC) as per the Australian Gazette of 26 January 2004, “for

outstanding achievement in management and planning as Staff Officer Grade One – Personal Liability, and

Staff Officer Grade One – Force Structure Review, Army Headquarters” in the rank of Lieutenant-Colonel.

Awarded Member of the Order of Australia (AM) as per the Australian Gazette of 09 June 2014 in

the rank of Brigadier-General with the citation: “For exceptional service in the fields of Army

modernization as Director General Development and Plans Army, and command as

Commander 7th Brigade.”

“Brigadier Bilton has provided exceptional service to the Australian Army in the field of

Army modernization. With his systematic and methodical approach to capability he was

instrumental in developing, educating and merging through all capability decision making in

Army Headquarters and the wider Defence community. Brigadier Bilton's empathy and personal commitment

when leading disaster relief efforts as well as the management of the welfare of his soldiers and their families

have brought great credit upon himself and the Australian Army.”

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Major-General Gregory Charles BILTON, AM, CSC, MSM Australian Army

Honours and awards

Member of the Order of Australia AM

Conspicuous Service Cross CSC

Australian Active Service Medal

Afghanistan medal

Australian Service Medal

Defence Force Service Medal with 3 Clasps 30-34 years of service

Australian Defence Medal

Multinational Force and Observers Medal

NATO Medal with bar ISAF

Meritorious Service Medal MSM

Major General Gregory C. Bilton was born in Melbourne, Australia. After completing his secondary education at Melbourne High

School he entered the Royal Military College in 1983 and graduated the Royal Australian Artillery Corps in 1986. He also

completed regimental appointments as a Lieutenant and Captain in the 1st and 4th Field Regiments, the 8th/12th Medium

Regiment and the School of Artillery.

Major General Bilton has held command appointments as Battery Commander 104th Field Battery, Commanding Officer 4th

Field Regiment and Commander 7th Brigade. He has also served in staff appointments in the Directorate of Officer Career

Management, the Directorate of Force Structure (Army) and as Director General Development and Plans (Army). He has also

been an instructor at the Australian Command and Staff College.

He deployed on Operation MAZURKA in 1993 on the Multinational Force and Observers (MFO) Headquarters. In 2008 he

deployed on Operation SLIPPER as Deputy Chief of Staff for Security Sector Reform on Headquarters Regional Command

South, Afghanistan.

Major General Bilton is a graduate of the Long Gunnery Course at the UK School of Artillery, the United States Army Command

and General Staff College and the Centre for Defence and Strategic Studies, Weston Creek. He also holds a Bachelor degree in

Military Studies and Master’s degrees in Military Art and Science, and Strategic Studies.

Major General Bilton has been awarded the Force Commanders Commendation for his work on Operation MAZURKA in the

Sinai, a Conspicuous Service Cross for his force structure work Army Headquarters, and the Canadian Meritorious Service

Medal for his work in Afghanistan. He is also a recipient of prestigious academic honors; the Major General Hans Schlup (US)

award for excellence in International Relations and the Blamey Award (Australia) for Leadership.

Major General Bilton and his wife have two sons. His leisure interests include military history, cricket, Australian Rules Football,

Rugby and spending time with his family.

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FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

de DRUIF, Mart C. MSM CG: 13 August 2011

Major-General – Royal Netherlands Army Dutch Citizen GH: 27 July 2011

Commander of Regional Command South in Afghanistan DOI: Nov 2008 to Nov 2009

“For outstanding leadership and unwavering dedication as Commander of

Regional Command South in Afghanistan from November 2008 to November

2009.

“As commander of Regional Command (South) from November 2008 to

November 2009, Major General de Kruif consistently acknowledged and

promoted Canada’s contribution to allied military efforts in Afghanistan. With

compassion and respect for Canadian soldiers, he ensured their welfare and

security, and provided outstanding support to the command teams of two

Canadian task forces. Demonstrating world-class leadership, unwavering

dedication and keen operational understanding, Major General de Kruif’s

command of Canadian soldiers was exemplary and provided great benefit to

Canada.”

Major General Mart C. de Kruif, MSM

ISAF Regional Commander South

Major General Mart de Kruif was born in Apeldoorn on 1 September 1958. He began his military

career in 1977 at the Royal Military Academy in Breda. After completing his training as an infantry

officer in 1981, he held several positions at 11 Mechanised Infantry Battalion Grenadier Guards.

After completing the Advanced Military Studies course in The Hague in 1991, he was posted to

Seedorf (Germany) as G3 of 41 Armoured Brigade. In 1994, he left what had by then become

known as 41 Light Brigade to attend the Army Command and General Staff Officer course

(Lehrgang Generalstabsausbildung Heer) at the German Defence College (Führungsakademie der

Bundeswehr) in Hamburg. After his promotion to Lieutenant Colonel in 1996, he was posted to the

Operational Policy Division of the Army Staff in The Hague. After holding this position for a number

of years, he was posted to Seedorf once again, assuming command of 42 Mechanised Infantry

Battalion ‘Limburgse Jagers’. In October 2001, he was deployed to Bosnia to lead this battalion for a period of six months as part

of SFOR 11.

In 2002, by then a Colonel, he spent a year at the US Army War College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania (USA) graduating as Master of

Strategic Studies, after which he held two different positions in the Army Staff and the Defence Staff in The Hague from 2003 to

2006. In 2006, he was assigned to the staff of the Army Command in Apeldoorn in the capacity of Deputy Director of Operations.

In early 2007 he assumed command of 43 Mechanised Brigade in Havelte for which he was promoted to Brigadier General. Until

his appointment as Commander Regional Command South, he was responsible for the training, formation and operational

readiness of the brigade for ISAF operations in Uruzgan. On March 27 2008 Mart de Kruif was promoted to the rank of Major

General. On 1 November 2008, Major General de Kruif took command of Regional Command (South), which is headquartered

at Kandahar Airfield in Afghanistan and comprises approximately 23,000 troops from 17 nations. After November 2009, he

became the Deputy Commander of the Royal Netherlands Army. He and his wife Esther have four children and live in

Gelderland.

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FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

Major General Mart C. de Kruif, MSM ISAF Regional Commander South

Medals: Commander of the Order of Orange Nassau

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SCANNELL, Paul MSM CG: 13 August 2011

Major – Royal Logistics Corps, British Army British Citizen GH: 27 July 2011

Exchange Officer in CANOSCOM, Ottawa DOI: July 2008 to July 2010

"For outstanding professionalism as an exchange officer in Canadian Operational Support Command (CANOSCOM), Ottawa,

from July 2008 to July 2010.”

“Major Scannell distinguished himself while serving as a British Army exchange officer with Canadian Operational Support

Command Headquarters, in Ottawa, from July 2008 to July 2010, where he led the creation of the Movement Control Multi-

National Integrated Logistics Unit. Responsible for coordinating all aspects of the unit’s development, Major Scannell planned

and executed two field training exercises, followed by a successful validation exercise, which allowed the unit to be declared

operational. His tenacity in seeing this project through to a successful completion has earned him praise from NATO, and his

efforts have brought great credit to Canada and to the Canadian Forces.”

In 2003, Major Scannell served at the School of Logistics, Defence Logistics Training Support Group. He headed the

Movements Division and served as the Senior Instructor in the rank of Captain. He was promoted to Major in 2004 and became

the Officer Commanding the United Kingdom Movements and Liaison Staff in Emblem, Belgium. In July 2008, he was a British

Exchange Officer with the Canadian Forces serving at Canadian Operational Support Command Headquarters in Ottawa until

July 2010.

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FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

TRINGALI, John MSM CG: 13 August 2011

Lieutenant-Colonel – United States Air Force American Citizen GH: 27 July 2011

Deputy Chief of Staff for Security Reform in Regional Command (South) Afghanistan DOI: 2007 to 2010

"Serving as a United States Air Force exchange officer with the Canadian Forces from 2007 to 2010, Lieutenant Colonel

Tringali was employed as the Globemaster III aircraft subject matter expert. His efforts were pivotal to the development of

continuation training of first- and second-cadre pilots. He has consistently exhibited a high standard of professionalism and

initiative in his duties, and his leadership and dedication have established a solid strategic airlift capability, which brings great

benefit to the Canadian Forces.”

Lieutenant-Colonel John TRINGALI, MSM

United States Air Force

John Tringali was educated at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University earning a BAS in

Aeronautical Science from 1989 to 1993.

He was a Student in the Officer Training Program at Tyndall Air Force Base in Florida

from September 1993 to October 1994 including six weeks at Keesler AFB in

September/October. From November 1994 to April 1997 he served as the Chief Air

Traffic Control Officer at the Davis-Monthan AFB in Arizona.

He than became a student pilot, JSUPT at Vance AFB in Oklahoma from May 1997 to

May 1998. He followed this with 3 months to qualify as a pilot on the C-17 aircraft at

Altus AFB and was the distinguished graduate earning the AETC Commander’s Trophy

and Flying Training Excellence Award.

He became a Wing Tactics Pilot with 437 Air Wing at Charleston AFB, South Carolina from August 1998 to September 2001. His

first assignment as a C-17 pilot was with the 17th Air Squadron.

He has served as the Assistant Director of Operations for the 10th Airlift Squadron at McChord Air Force Base in Washington

from September 2001 to July 2004. He also worked in the 7th AS, the OSS, and the Command Post at McChord.

John was the Director of the Commander’s Action Group at the 97th OG at Altus Air Force Base in Oklahoma from July 2004 to

August 2007. During this time he was a Schoolhouse Instructor and an Evaluator Pilot with the 58th Air Squadron.

He served three years in Canada as a USAF Exchange Officer (August 2007 to July 2010) serving as the Deputy Squadron

Commander at 429 Transport Squadron, Canadian Forces Base, Trenton, Ontario. He assisted the Canadian Forces in

introducing the CC-155 Globemaster III into the Canadian Forces. He was awarded the Canadian Meritorious Service Medal

for this tour.

In August 2010, he became the current ORI Lead Planner at 437th Air Wing at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina and serves

as a C-17 pilot at this base

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FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

WHITED, Michael MSM CG: 13 August 2011

Lieutenant-Colonel – United States Army American Citizen GH: 27 July 2011

United States Northern Command Liaison Officer to Canada Command DOI: 2007 to 2010

"From 2007 to 2010, Lieutenant Colonel Whited distinguished himself as the United States Northern Command liaison

officer to Canada Command. His professionalism, leadership and integrity in developing the foundation for

improvements in continental defence, security and stability went far beyond the duties of a liaison officer. He fostered

the development of Canada-United States Combined Defence and Civil Assistance Plans, and facilitated cross-border

military collaboration in the build-up to the 2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games in Vancouver (Operation

PODIUM). Lieutenant Colonel Whited’s contributions brought great credit to Canada and the United States.”

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HOLACHEK, Jeffrey MSM CG: 07 December 2011

Colonel – United States Army GH: 24 January 2012

Chief of Staff – Canadian Expeditionary Force Command DOI: July 2009 to January 2012

“As deputy chief of staff of the Canadian Expeditionary Force Command since July

2009, Colonel Holachek, of the United States Army, consistently demonstrated

strong leadership and outstanding professionalism. He developed and employed

innovative concepts, effectively led his staff through complex operational planning,

and delivered effective plans for implementation. Colonel Holachek’s dedication and

unwavering commitment greatly enhanced the operational effectiveness of

expeditionary operations and brought great credit to Canada.”

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CITATIONS to the MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (Military) (MSM)

FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

CARPENTER, Raymond W. MSM CG:

Major-General – United States Army National Guard American Citizen GH: 20 June 2012

Acting Director United States Army National Guard DOI: 29 May 2009 to 2011

“In his capacity as acting director of the United States Army National Guard from 2009 through 2011, Major General

Carpenter was instrumental in enhancing the United States Army National Guard’s working relationship with the Canadian

Army Reserve. As a result of his direct leadership and intervention, training and employment opportunities for Canadian

Army reservists have been created. Major General Carpenter’s influence has further enhanced the unique relationship

between Canada and the United States, delivering considerable benefit to the Canadian Forces.”

Major-General Raymond W. CARPENTER, MSM

Major General Raymond W. Carpenter was appointed as Acting

Director, Army National Guard, National Guard Bureau, Washington,

District of Columbia on May 29, 2009. During his nearly 30 month tour

as the Acting Director of the Army National Guard, he was responsible

for the execution of a budget of nearly $40 billion in support of the Army

National Guard, over 300,000 items of equipment were procured,

100,000 Soldiers were recruited and trained, and 80,000 Soldiers were

mobilized and deployed. At the same time, the Army National Guard

supported the surge in Afghanistan and the withdrawal in Iraq. In

addition the Army National Guard responded to Hurricane Irene, the

Joplin Tornado and the BP Deep Water Horizons Gulf Oil Spill.

General Carpenter began his military service when he enlisted in the

South Dakota Army National Guard in May of 1967. He later joined the

United States Navy where he attended the Defense Language Institute

for 48 weeks to learn Vietnamese. His next assignment was at the

Naval Support Activity in Danang, South Vietnam. Upon completion of

his service in the United States Navy, he returned to the South Dakota

Army National Guard where he was commissioned in 1974. He has

commanded at all levels from Lieutenant to Colonel. In 1993, he

became the Executive Officer of the 5,000 plus Soldier Task Force

Rushmore which was a humanitarian mission in Panama building 27

kilometers of road and rebuilding 10 schools and 14 clinics. In July 1999, General Carpenter was awarded the Silver de Fleury

Medal for his work at a national level in support of the Engineer branch. He was a founding member of the Director of the Army

National Guard’s Engineer Advisory Team and went on to be the Chairman until May 2006. As the Chief of Staff and the

Assistant Adjutant General for the South Dakota Army National Guard, he was engaged at the senior leader level in the largest

mobilization of the South Dakota National Guard since World War II. General Carpenter served as the Deputy Commanding

General for the Maneuver Support Center and had a number of duties including responsibility for overseeing Joint Training at Ft.

Leonard Wood. While serving as the Special Assistant to the Director, Army National Guard, General Carpenter played a critical

role in the implementation of the one year mobilization policy, which enabled the Army National Guard to continue to mobilize

Soldiers in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. The policy was important to Soldiers, Families

and Employers because it limited the time mobilized while provided predictability to the process. General Carpenter retired on 8

December 2011 with over 44 years of service.

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EDUCATION

1975 Black Hills State College, Bachelor of Science, Business, Spearfish, South Dakota

1994 University of South Dakota, Master of Business Administration, Vermillion, South Dakota

ASSIGNMENTS

1. July 1974 - August 1974, Platoon Leader, Detachment 1, 842d Engineer Company, South Dakota Army National Guard, Belle

Fourche, South Dakota

2. August 1974 - October 1974, Student, Engineer School, Engineer Officer Basic Course, Fort Belvoir, Virginia

3. October 1974 - June 1976, Platoon Leader, Detachment 1, 842d Engineer Company, South Dakota Army National Guard,

Belle Fourche, South Dakota

4. July 1976 - October 1978, Platoon Leader, Detachment 3, 842d Engineer Company, South Dakota Army National Guard,

Deadwood, South Dakota

5. November 1978 - July 1982, Company Commander, 842d Engineer Company, South Dakota Army National Guard, Spearfish,

South Dakota

6. August 1982 - April 1985, S-4, Headquarters, Headquarters Detachment, 109th Engineer Battalion, South Dakota Army

National Guard, Sturgis, South Dakota

7. April 1985 - July 1986, Executive Officer, Headquarters, Headquarters Detachment, 109th Engineer Battalion, South Dakota

Army National Guard, Sturgis, South Dakota

8. August 1986 - August 1987, S-3, Headquarters, Headquarters Detachment, 109th Engineer Battalion, South Dakota Army

National Guard, Sturgis, South Dakota

9. September 1987 - December 1989, Executive Officer, Headquarters, Headquarters Detachment, 109th Engineer Battalion,

South Dakota Army National Guard, Sturgis, South Dakota

10. January 1990 - August 1991, Chief Internal Review, Headquarters, State Area Command, South Dakota Army National

Guard, Rapid City, South Dakota

11. August 1991 - September 1993, Facilities Management Officer, Headquarters, State Area Command, South Dakota Army

National Guard, Rapid City, South Dakota

12. September 1993 - June 1995, Battalion Commander, Headquarters, Headquarters Detachment, 109th Engineer Battalion,

South Dakota Army National Guard, Sturgis, South Dakota

13. July 1995 - June 1996, Director of Personnel, Headquarters, State Area Command, South Dakota Army National Guard,

Rapid City, South Dakota

14. June 1996 - June 1997, Student, United States Army War College, Carlisle Barracks, Pennsylvania

15. June 1997 - May 1998, Director of Human Resources, Headquarters, State Area Command, South Dakota Army National

Guard Rapid City, South Dakota

16. May 1998 - June 1999, Group Commander, Headquarters, Headquarters Company, 109th Engineer Group, South Dakota

Army National Guard, Rapid City, South Dakota

17. July 1999 - January 2000, Director of Plans, Operations and Training, Headquarters State Area Command, South Dakota

National Guard, Rapid City, South Dakota

18. February 2000 - March 2003, Chief of Staff, Headquarters, State Area Command, South Dakota Army National Guard, Rapid

City, South Dakota

19. April 2003 - April 2006, Assistant Adjutant General, South Dakota Army National Guard, Rapid City, South Dakota

20. September 2004 - April 2006, Dual-hatted as the Deputy Commanding General, Maneuver Support Center, Fort Leonard

Wood, Missouri

21. April 2006 - April 2009, Special Assistant to the Director of the Army National Guard, National Guard Bureau, Arlington,

Virginia

22. April 2009 - May 2009, Acting Deputy Director, Army National Guard, National Guard Bureau, Arlington, Virginia

23. May 2009 - November 2011, Acting Director, Army National Guard, National Guard Bureau, Arlington, Virginia

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AWARDS AND DECORATIONS:

Distinguished Service Medal

Legion of Merit (with 1 Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster)

Meritorious Service Medal (with 1 Silver Oak Leaf Cluster)

Army Commendation Medal (with 2 Bronze Oak Leaf Clusters)

Army Achievement Medal (with 3 Bronze Oak Leaf Clusters)

Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal

(With 1 Silver Oak Leaf Cluster and 3 Bronze Oak Leaf Clusters)

National Defense Service Medal (with 2 Bronze Service Stars)

Global War on Terrorism Service Medal

Vietnam Service Medal

Humanitarian Service Medal

Armed Forces Reserve Medal (with Silver Hour Glass Device)

Army Service Ribbon

Army Reserve Component Overseas Training Ribbon (with Numeral 4)

Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal (with Silver Date Bar)

South Dakota Achievement Ribbon

South Dakota Distinguished Service Award

South Dakota Recruiting Medal

South Dakota Service Medal (with Service Device)

South Dakota Desert Storm Ribbon

South Dakota Distinguished Unit Award (with 1 Bronze oak Leaf Cluster)

South Dakota Unit Citation

EFFECTIVE DATES OF PROMOTIONS:

Second Lieutenant Army Reserve National Guard 29 July 1974

First Lieutenant Army Reserve National Guard 28 July 1977

Captain Army Reserve National Guard 28 July 1979

Major Army Reserve National Guard 26 April 1985

Lieutenant Colonel Army Reserve National Guard 01 October 1990

Colonel Army Reserve National Guard 01 July 1995

Brigadier General Army Reserve National Guard 01 April 2003

Major-General Army Reserve National Guard 09 December 2006

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STULTZ, Jack Calvin MSM CG: 04 August 2012

Lieutenant-General US Army Reserve GH: 20 June 2012

Commanding General – United States Army Reserve DOI: 25 May 2006 – 09 June 2012

“In his role as commanding general, United States Army Reserve, Lieutenant-General Stultz was instrumental in

enhancing the working relationship between the army reserves of both Canada and the United States. From the

beginning of his appointment in 2006, he orchestrated the creation of training and employment opportunities for

Canadian Army reservists. In so doing, Lieutenant-General Stultz further enhanced the unique relationship between

Canada and the United States, delivering considerable benefit to the Canadian Forces.”

Lieutenant Jack Calvin STULTZ, Jr., MSM

Jack Calvin Stultz, Jr. was born in Dillon, South Carolina. He attended Davidson College in Davidson,

North Carolina, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree in history. He played and lettered in football from

1971 to 1973.[1] Stultz entered active duty in 1974 after receiving his commission as an Engineer officer

from the Reserve Officers' Training Corps. After completing the Engineer Officer Basic Course and

Airborne School, he was assigned to the 20th Engineer Battalion, Fort Campbell, Kentucky, and served as

Platoon Leader, Executive Officer, and Commander, Company B, 20th Engineer Battalion.

Stultz left active duty in June 1979 to pursue a civilian career. He also began his Army Reserve career with

assignment to the 108th Division (Infantry OSUT), headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. Stultz

served in a variety of positions with the 108th Division, including Brigade Assistant Operations Officer,

Battalion Personnel Officer, Commander, Company D, 4th Battalion 108th Regiment, and Division

Assistant Operations Officer.

Stultz began his career with the Transportation Corps in February 1987 with an assignment to the 32d Transportation Group

(Composite), which was mobilized and deployed in November 1990 in support of Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm. Stultz

was responsible for providing transportation support to XVIII Airborne Corps and VII Corps in Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Kuwait.

Stultz assumed responsibilities as the Group Executive Officer after returning from the desert in July 1991.

He took command of the 257th Transportation Battalion (Movement Control) in 1995. The battalion deployed to the Balkans in

March 1997 in support of Operation Joint Endeavor/Joint Guard, providing movement control support for operations in Hungary,

Croatia, and Bosnia.

He took command of the 32d Transportation Group in 1998, and served in this capacity until assuming duties as Deputy

Commanding General, 143d Transportation Command in 1999.

Stultz deployed to Kuwait in October 2002 as Commander, 143d Transportation Command

(Forward), establishing initial logistics operations in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Moving

forward into Iraq with the initial ground offensive, he established the first forward logistics hub at

Tallil and initial rail operations at Garma, located west of Baghdad. In October 2003, he was

assigned as Director of Movements, Distribution, and Transportation, Coalition Forces Land

Component Command-Kuwait, responsible for the deployment and redeployment of sustainment

supplies for United States and Coalition forces in Kuwait and Iraq. From January to August 2004,

he was responsible for port and ground transportation operations for the largest movement of

forces since World War II, more commonly known as a "surge." Stultz returned to the United

States in August 2004 after 22 months in theater. In October 2004, Stultz was promoted to the

rank of Major General and assumed command of the 143d Transportation Command in Orlando,

Florida, which provided command and control to twelve units in the southeastern United States.

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Stultz was assigned as Deputy Commanding General of the United States Army Reserve Command in October 2005. On May

25, 2006, he was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant General and became Chief, Army Reserve, and Commanding General,

United States Army Reserve Command. On June 9, 2012, Stultz relinquished command to Major General Jeffrey W. Talley.[2]

Awards and decorations

Defense Superior Service Medal

Legion of Merit with oak leaf cluster

Bronze Star Medal

Meritorious Service Medal with three oak leaf clusters

Army Commendation Medal with four oak leaf clusters

Army Achievement Medal

Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal with four oak leaf clusters

National Defense Service Medal with service star

Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal

Southwest Asia Service Medal

Iraq Campaign Medal

Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal

Global War on Terrorism Service Medal

Armed Forces Service Medal

Armed Forces Reserve Medal with bronze Hourglass and "M" Device

Army Service Ribbon

Army Reserve Components Overseas Training Ribbon

NATO Medal

Kuwait Liberation Medal (Saudi Arabia)

Kuwait Liberation Medal (Kuwait)

Meritorious Unit Commendation

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HAUSMANN, Jeffrey Allen MSM CG: 08 December 2012

Colonel - USAF US Air Force GH:

United States Defense attaché and head of the Office of Defense Cooperation DOI: September 2009 to January 2012

“Colonel Hausmann was the senior United States Defense attaché and head of the Office of Defense Cooperation, from

September 2009 to January 2012. His focus on binational co-operation was critical to Royal Canadian Air Force operations

and ensured that the Air Force benefitted from the information, experience and resources of the United States Department of

Defence and aerospace industry. His efforts were instrumental in the successful procurement of the C-17 aircraft for Canada

and the accompanying training of 1 600 Canadian Forces members in the United States.”

Jeff Hausmann completed the Air War College, Command and General Staff College and is a graduate of the University of Illinois

at Urbana-Champaign. He was promoted to Lieutenant-Colonel on 27 February 2001. He was a USAF Training and Exercise

Division Chief at the Combined Forces Command Korea and served as the Defense and Air Attaché at the US Embassy in

Ottawa from September 2009 to January 2012. After retiring from the USAF, he became a production Test Pilot for Large Cabin

aircraft at Gulfstream Aerospace in Savannah, Georgia.

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MILLER, Christopher D. MSM CG: 08 December 2012

Major-General - USAF US Air Force GH: 13 November 2012

North American Aerospace Defence Command USA Northern & Canada Command DOI: 2007 to 2009

“From 2007 to 2009, Major-General Miller, of Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado,

distinguished himself by developing enduring staff relationships and identifying operational

improvements within the North American Aerospace Defence Command, the United States

Northern Command and Canada Command. His outstanding leadership and integrity

ensured effective intergovernmental and military co-operation, ultimately strengthening the

defence and security of Canada and the United States.”

Lieutenant-General Christopher D. MILLER, MSM

Deputy Chief of Staff for Strategic Plans and Programs – HQ US Air Force Washington, D.C.

LGen Christopher D. Miller is Deputy Chief of Staff for Strategic Plans and Programs,

Headquarters U.S. Air Force, Washington, D.C. In support of the Chief of Staff and Secretary

of the Air Force, General Miller leads the development and integration of the Air Force's

long-range plans and the five-year, $635 billion U.S. Air Force Future Years Defense Program to ensure Air Force ability to build

and employ effective air, space and cyber forces to achieve national defense objectives.

General Miller entered Air Force service as a distinguished graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy in 1980, subsequently

earning a master's degree from Oxford University. His staff assignments include two previous tours at Headquarters U.S. Air

Force in international affairs and plans and policy positions; and duty as policy adviser to the U.S. Ambassador to NATO. He was

a Military Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations; the Director of Assignments at the Air Force Personnel Center; and Director

of Plans, Policy and Strategy for North American Aerospace Defense Command and U.S. Northern Command. The general is a

command pilot with more than 2,700 flying hours in B-2, B-1 and T-38 aircraft.

General Miller's operational assignments include two wing commands, serving as the senior Air Force commander in

Afghanistan, responsible for Airmen and aircraft conducting joint and coalition reconstruction and combat operations; and

command of America's only B-2 wing at Whiteman AFB, Mo. He was part of the B-1B initial cadre, and commanded at both

squadron and group levels during maturation of the B-1's global conventional strike capability.

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Lieutenant-General Christopher D. MILLER, MSM

EDUCATION

1980 Bachelor of Science degree in international relations and history, U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, Colo.

1982 Master of Philosophy degree in international relations, Oxford University, England

1985 Squadron Officer School, by correspondence

1991 Master of Arts degree in national security and strategic studies, College of Naval Command and Staff, Naval War College,

Newport, R.I.

1996 Air War College, by seminar

1997 College of Security Studies and Defense Economics, George C. Marshall European Center for Security Studies,

Garmisch, Germany

2003 Senior Executive Program, Columbia University, New York, N.Y.

2007 National Security Studies Program, George Washington University, Washington, D.C.

ASSIGNMENTS

1. October 1980 - July 1982, graduate student, Oxford University, England

2. August 1982 - July 1983, student, undergraduate pilot training, Williams AFB, Ariz.

3. August 1983 - November 1986, T-38 instructor pilot, squadron executive officer, wing assistant executive officer and inspector

general, 82nd Flying Training Wing, Williams AFB, Ariz.

4. December 1986 - September 1987, international politico-military affairs officer, Office of the Assistant to the Secretary of the

Air Force for International Affairs, the Pentagon, Washington, D.C.

5. September 1987 - January 1988, B-1B pilot initial qualification training, Dyess AFB, Texas

6. February 1988 - June 1990, B-1B pilot, aircraft commander and flight commander, 28th Bomb Squadron,

McConnell AFB, Kansas

7. July 1990 - June 1991, student, College of Naval Command and Staff, Naval War College, Newport, R.I.

8. July 1991 - July 1993, air operations officer and Chief, Concepts Branch, Strategy Division, Deputy Chief of Staff for Plans and

Operations; later, policy & issues analyst, Secretary of the Air Force Staff Group, Headquarters USAF, Washington DC

9. August 1993 - December 1996, operations officer and Commander, 37th Bomb Squadron; later, Deputy Commander,

28th Operations Group, Ellsworth AFB, S.D.

10. December 1996 - June 1997, Air Force Fellow, College of Security Studies and Defense Economics, George C. Marshall

European Center for Security Studies, Garmisch, Germany

11. August 1997 - March 2000, policy adviser on Defense Planning, U.S. Ambassador to NATO, Brussels, Belgium

12. April 2000 - August 2001, Commander, 7th Operations Group, Dyess AFB, Texas

13. August 2001 - July 2002, Military Fellow, Council on Foreign Relations, New York, N.Y.

14. July 2002 - April 2004, Director of Assignments, Headquarters Air Force Personnel Center, Randolph AFB, Texas

15. April 2004 - May 2006, Commander, 509th Bomb Wing, Whiteman AFB, Mo.

16. May 2006 - May 2007, Commander, 455th Air Expeditionary Wing, and Director, Air Component Coordination Element,

Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan

17. May 2007 - August 2009, Director of Plans, Policy and Strategy (J5), North American Aerospace Defense Command

and U.S. Northern Command, Peterson AFB, Colo.

18. August 2009 - November 2009, Special Assistant to the Vice Chief of Staff, U.S. Air Force, Washington, D.C.

19. November 2009 - present, Deputy Chief of Staff for Strategic Plans & Programs, HQ U.S. Air Force, Washington, DC

SUMMARY OF JOINT ASSIGNMENTS

1 August 1997 - March 2000, policy adviser on Defense Planning, U.S. Ambassador to NATO, Brussels, Belgium, as a Colonel

2. May 2006 - May 2007, Director, CJTF-76 and CJTF-82 Air Component Coordination Element, Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan,

as a Brigadier-General

3. May 2007 - August 2009, Director, Plans, Policy and Strategy (J5), Headquarters North American Aerospace Defense

Command and U.S. Northern Command, Peterson AFB, Colo., as a Major-General

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Lieutenant-General Christopher D. MILLER, MSM MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS

Defense Superior Service Medal with oak leaf cluster

Legion of Merit with two oak leaf clusters

Bronze Star Medal

Meritorious Service Medal with three oak leaf clusters

Afghanistan Campaign Medal with two bronze stars

Meritorious Service Medal (Canada)

FLIGHT INFORMATION

Rating: Command pilot

Flight hours: More than 2,700

Aircraft flown: B-1, B-2, T-37 and T-38

EFFECTIVE DATES OF PROMOTION

28 May 1980 Second Lieutenant

28 May 1982 First Lieutenant

28 May 1984 Captain

01 January 1990 Major

01 June 1993 Lieutenant-Colonel

01 September 1998 Colonel

01 September 2005 Brigadier General

01 November 2008 Major General

16 November 2009 Lieutenant General

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USAL, Siegfried MSM CG: 08 December 2012

Colonel – French Air Force French Citizen GH: 13 November 2012

Defence Attaché to the Embassy of France in Ottawa DOI: 2010 to 2012

“The binational co-operation efforts of Colonel Usal, Defence Attaché to the embassy of France in Ottawa since 2010, were

vital to the Royal Canadian Air Force’s operations. They also helped to ensure stronger ties between French and Canadian

armed forces during Canadian operations in Libya. Colonel Usal’s expertise has been indispensable for Canada and

manifestly aided in strengthening the coalition forces, of which Canada was an essential participant.”

Colonel Siegfried Usal is the Defence Attaché at the French Embassy in Ottawa. He has served as an Aide-de-Camp for the

President of the Republic of France. He was the Commanding Officer of Fighter Squadron 1/12 “Picardy”. He served as the

French Air Force Air to Air Missile Staff Requirement Manager at French Air Force Staff HQ.

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PAGANINI, John MSM CG: 27 April 2013

Lieutenant-Colonel – United States Army American Citizen GH: 20 March 2013

Commanding Officer 1-71 Cavalry Squadron in Afghanistan DOI: April 2010 to March 2011

“Lieutenant-Colonel Paganini, of the United States Army, performed exceptionally well as

commanding officer of the 1-71 Cavalry Squadron, in Afghanistan from April 2010 to March

2011. Under his front line leadership, the squadron earned a reputation for its effectiveness

and professionalism, and established itself as a critical component of Task Force Kandahar.

Lieutenant-Colonel Paganini’s tactical acumen and drive to succeed set an example for

soldiers of all nations and were critical to the Canadian Forces’ operational success in

Afghanistan.”

Colonel John PAGANINI, MSM, United States Army

Colonel John Paganini, born in 1967 on Avenue J in Flatbush and grew up in Old Bridge, New

Jersey, rooting for the Yankees, Rangers and Giants with visits to relatives in the Bronx and

Brooklyn for holiday feasts. Like many in the military, the West Pointer lost loved ones in the

twin towers and was eager to take the fight to those who gave sanctuary to Osama Bin Laden.

He was the Commander of the Fort Drum based 1-71 Cavalry of the 10th Mountain Division in

Afghanistan and was training the Afghan National Police Force. After Afghanistan, he was the

director of the U.S. Army’s Counterinsurgency Center at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas.

He is a 1992 graduate of the United States Military Academy (West Point). He served as a Platoon Leader, Support Platoon

Leader, and S-3 Air in the 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment from 1993 to 1996. After completing the Infantry Officer’s

Advanced Course, he reported to the Republic of Korea where he serves as the S-1 and Commander of ‘C’ Company, 1-506th

Infantry Regiment. He left Korea in 1998and served in the 1st Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment as the S-4 and ‘C’ Company

Commander, deploying to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom in 2002.

He then attended Intermediate Level Education at Fort Leavenworth Kansas and then was

assigned to the 3rd Infantry Division, Fort Stewart, Georgia where he served at the G3

Maneuver Planner. During OIF II, he served as the S3 for 3-7 Infantry. After returning to Fort

Stewart he was assigned to the 4th Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division. He returned to Iraq with the

3rd Infantry Division HQ to stand up the Multi-National Division Center South for surge

operations in 2007. He returned to the Ranger Regiment later in 2007 to serve as the

Regimental S-4 and deployed to Iraq twice to serve as the J4 and J3 for a Joint Special

Operations Task Force. In February 2009, he took command of the 1st Squadron, 71st

Cavalry Regiment at Fort Drum, New York and deployed to the Kandahar Province of

Afghanistan to serve under the Canadian Task Force Kandahar for one year.

On 01 January 2013, he was promoted to full Colonel.

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HABIBI, Ahmad MSM CG: Not Gazetted

Brigadier-General Afghanistan Army Islamic Republic of Afghanistan Citizen GH: 01 July 2013 *

Commander of the 1st Brigade, 205th Hero Corps DOI: 2010 to 2011

“For his outstanding leadership and close cooperation with Task Force

Kandahar while serving as Commander of the 1st Brigade, 205th Corps. The

medal is awarded for his operational focus and commitment to development

and effective governance of his area of operations and his efforts helped bring

greater stability to the area. His courage and dedication have contributed to

the success of the Canadian Forces mission in Kandahar and fostered an

enduring bond between the ANA and the Canadian Forces.”

* Awarded by Ambassador, retired Vice-Admiral Glen Davidson and MGen

Dean Milner on 01 July 2011 in Kabul, Afghanistan

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SHAH, Ahmad MSM CG: Not Gazetted

Brigadier-General Afghanistan Army Islamic Republic of Afghanistan Citizen GH: 01 July 2013 *

Commander of 205th Hero Corps DOI: 2010 to 2011

“He was the Deputy Commander, Operations Coordination Center-Region

(OCCR) South and the medal was awarded for his work as the

commander of 205th Hero Corps in 2010-2011. Returning to active

service at the request of the Government of the Islamic Republic of

Afghanistan, he fully integrated the Canadian Contingent into the 205th

Hero Corps operations through partnered mentor teams. He enabled team

success and was a valued member of the Senior Security Partners,

consulting the Commanding General and Senior Canadian staff within

Regional Command South.”

* Awarded by Ambassador, retired Vice-Admiral Glen Davidson and

MGen Dean Milner on 01 July 2011 in Kabul, Afghanistan

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LEONARD, Dene MSM CG: Not Gazetted

Major – United States Army American Citizen GH: 10 September 2013

Joint Task Force Afghanistan Intelligence Planner DOI: August 2010 to August 2011

“Major Leonard, of the United States Army, demonstrated leadership, initiative and professionalism as the Joint Task Force

Afghanistan intelligence planner from August 2010 to August 2011. The driving force behind the integration of several

American capabilities, he constantly sought means to increase the operational effectiveness of intelligence operations. Major

Leonard’s ability to synchronize the efforts of Canadian, American and Afghan intelligence staffs enabled the targeted pursuit

of insurgents and contributed directly to operational success.”

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BRIGGS II, Jack L. MSM CG: 22 February 2014

Brigadier-General – United States Air Force American Citizen GH: 14 February 2014

Deputy Commander 1 Canadian Air Division & Canadian NORAD Region HQ DOI: July 2011 to October 2013

“Between July 2011 and October 2013, as deputy combined/joint forces air component commander at 1 Canadian Air

Division/Canadian NORAD Region Headquarters, Brigadier-General Briggs was instrumental in the successful delivery of the

“NORAD defence of North America” mission, and of the Canadian Armed Forces’ domestic operations and international

combat and support missions. Brigadier-General Briggs’s performance has strengthened our relationship with our United

States allies and has contributed to the ongoing pursuit of our North American security goals.”

Brigadier-General Jack L. BRIGGS II, MSM, USAF

Brig. Gen. Jack L. Briggs II is the Vice Commander, 1st Air Force (Air Forces

Northern), Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla., and serves as the Deputy Joint

Forces Air Component Commander for U.S. Northern Command. He is the

principal advisor to the commander and assists in organizing, equipping and

operating air defense forces for aerospace warning and control in support of

the Commander, North American Aerospace Defense Command and U.S.

Northern Command. These forces include the Continental NORAD Region

Air Operations Center, two air defense sectors, 16 fighter alert sites and 10

Air National Guard fighter wings.

General Briggs entered the Air Force in 1986 as a distinguished graduate of

the U.S. Air Force Academy. He has served as an instructor pilot, wing

weapons officer and chief of wing safety. He has commanded at the

squadron and wing levels. The general has extensive experience in Europe,

including his selection as the first Olmsted Scholar to Hungary. He also held

NATO staff positions as an operations evaluator; adviser to the Combined

Forces Air Component Commander during Operation Allied Force; and

executive officer to the Supreme Allied Commander Europe, and the

Commander, U.S. European Command. Gen Briggs has flown 225 combat

sorties in operations Desert Storm, Northern Watch, Southern Watch, Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom.

Prior to his current assignment, General Briggs was the Deputy Commander, Canadian North American Aerospace Defense

Region, and Deputy Commander for Operations, 1st Air Division, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. He represented the U.S. military

as the senior U.S. military officer in Canada and was responsible for mission effectiveness and administration of U.S. Air Force

units assigned to Canada.

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EDUCATION

1986 Bachelor of Science degree in history, U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, Colo.

1990 NATO Tactical Leadership Program, Florennes, Belgium

1993 Squadron Officer School, Maxwell Air Force Base, Ala.

1997 Air Command and Staff College, Maxwell AFB, Ala.

1997 Master of Science degree in international economics, Budapest University of Economic Science, Hungary

1998 Master of Arts degree in international relations, Troy State University, Ala.

2005 Master's degree in strategic studies, highest honors, Air War College, Maxwell AFB, Ala.

2009 Executive Leadership Seminar, Darden Business School, University of Virginia, Charlottesville

ASSIGNMENTS

1. September 1986 - October 1987, student, undergraduate pilot training, 80th Flying Training Wing, Sheppard AFB, Texas

2. February 1988 - August 1988, student, F-111A initial qualification training, 389th Tactical Fighter Squadron, Mountain

Home AFB, Idaho

3. September 1988 - June 1992, F-111F instructor pilot, and weapons and tactics officer, 494th Tactical Fighter Squadron,

Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England

4. November 1992 - August 1994, F-15E instructor pilot; weapons and tactics officer; and standards and evaluations officer,

48th Operations Support Squadron, RAF Lakenheath, England

5. August 1994 - June 1995, student, Foreign Service Institute, U.S. State Department, Washington, D.C.

6. June 1995 - May 1997, Olmsted Scholar, Budapest University of Economic Sciences, Hungary

7. June 1997 - March 1999, F-15E instructor pilot and assistant operations officer, 335th Fighter Squadron, Seymour

Johnson AFB, N.C.

8. March 1999 - March 2001, Chief, Air Defense Weapons, and operations staff officer, Allied Air Forces Southern Europe,

Naples, Italy

9. March 2001 - August 2002, Chief of Safety, 49th Fighter Wing, Holloman AFB, N.M.

10. September 2002 - June 2003, Assistant Deputy Commander, 49th Operations Group, Holloman AFB, N.M.

11. June 2003 - June 2004, Commander, Air Force Forces, Joint Task Force-Bravo, and Commander, 612th Air Base

Squadron, Soto Cano Air Base, Honduras

12. July 2004 - July 2005, student, Air War College, Maxwell AFB, Ala.

13. July 2005 - April 2006, Director of Safety, Headquarters U.S. Air Forces in Europe, Ramstein AB, Germany

14. April 2006 - June 2007, Vice Commander, 38th Combat Support Wing, Ramstein AB, Germany

15. June 2007 - August 2008, Commander, 65th Air Base Wing, Lajes Field, Azores

16. August 2008 - August 2009, executive officer to the Supreme Allied Commander Europe, and Commander, U.S.

European Command, Mons, Belgium

17. August 2009 - April 2010, Director of Inspections, Office of the Air Force Inspector General, Washington, D.C.

18. April 2010 - June 2011, Commander, 455th Air Expeditionary Wing, Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan

19. July 2011 – August 2013, Deputy Commander, Canadian North American Aerospace Defense Region, and Deputy

Commander for Operations, 1st Air Division, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

20. August 2013 – present, Vice Commander, 1st Air Force (Air Forces Northern), Tyndall AFB, Fla.

SUMMARY of JOINT ASSIGNMENTS

1. March 1999 - March 2001, Chief, Air Defense Weapons, and operations staff officer, Allied Air Forces Southern Europe,

Naples, Italy, as a major and lieutenant colonel

2. August 2008 - August 2009, executive officer to the Supreme Allied Commander Europe, and Commander, U.S.

European Command, Mons, Belgium, as a colonel.

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FLIGHT INFORMATION

Rating: Command pilot

Flight hours: 3,200

Aircraft flown: F-15E, F-117A and F-111F

MAJOR AWARDS and DECORATIONS

Defense Superior Service Medal

Legion of Merit

Distinguished Flying Cross with "V" device

Defense Meritorious Service Medal

Meritorious Service Medal with two oak leaf clusters

Air Medal with six oak leaf clusters

Aerial Achievement Medal with two oak leaf clusters

Air Force Commendation Medal with oak leaf cluster

Joint Service Achievement Medal with oak leaf cluster

Combat Readiness Medal with oak leaf cluster

Meritorious Service Medal Canada (MSM)

EFFECTIVE DATES of PROMOTION

Second Lieutenant 28 May 1986

First Lieutenant 28 May 1988

Captain 28 May 1990

Major 01 Sept 1997

Lieutenant Colonel 01 May 2000

Colonel 01 Feb 2006

Brigadier General 15 Nov 2010

(Current as of February 2014)

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LITTERINI, Norman Peter MSM CG: 22 February 2014

Colonel – United States Army American Citizen GH: 10 September 2013

Deputy chief of staff of the Canadian Expeditionary Force Command DOI: July 2011 to June 2013

“As deputy chief of staff of the Canadian Expeditionary Force Command, and subsequently of Canadian Joint Operations

Command, from July 2011 to June 2013, Colonel Litterini played a critical role in the transformation of the Canadian Armed

Forces’ operational command triad into a single structure. Displaying remarkable leadership and drive, he effectively

navigated this transformation while ensuring staff focus remained on supporting operations. Colonel Litterini’s clear vision

and insight provided great benefit to the Canadian Armed Forces and brought credit to the United States Army.”

Colonel Norman Peter LITTERINI, MSM

August 2013 to present Senior Military Advisor, Western Hemisphere Affairs, U.S. Department of State

Foggy Bottom--HQ, U.S. Department of State (7 Months)

June 2011 to July 2013 Deputy Chief of Staff, J2/J3/J5/J7/J9, Canadian Joint Operations Command

Canadian Joint Operations Command, (2 years 2 months) Ottawa, Canada Area

January 2010 to April 2010 Special Advisor to the SECDEF START Negotiator, Office of the Secretary of Defense

(4 months)Geneva, Switzerland/Pentagon

September 2008 to December 2009 Mission Commander, Defense Threat Reduction Agency

(1 year 4 months)Ft. Belvoir, VA

July 2007 to August 2008 Military Assistant to the NATO SECGEN Senior Civilian Representative

International Security Assistance Force (1 year 2 months) Kabul, Afghanistan

July 2004 to July 2007 SACEUR Representative to the Russian General Staff/Strategic Affairs Group Member

Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (3 years 1 month) Mons, Belgium

January 2001 to July 2001 NATO Representative for the NATO Partnership for Peace Consortium

North Atlantic Treaty Organization (7 months) Moscow, Russian Federation

August 2000 to December 2000 Liaison Officer to the First Russian Airborne Peacekeeping Brigade US Army

(5 months) Bosnia and Herzegovina

February 1998 to July 1999 Battery Commander, 82d Airborne Division US Army (1 year 6 months) Ft. Bragg, NC

February 1992 to July 1999 Field Artilleryman/Fire Support Officer US Army (7 years 6 months) Ft. Bragg, NC and

the Republic of Korea 1

Medals: Legion of Merit – Bronze Star – X – USA MSM – 9 medals – NATO bar former

Yugoslavia – NATO MSM – Canadian MSM

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1 Laura and Colonel Norman Litterini

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MERCIER, Denis MSM CG: Not Gazetted

General – French Air Force French Citizen GH: 29 May 2014

Chief of the Staff French Air Force DOI: September 2012 to May 2014

“Since September 2012, General Denis Mercier has shown leadership and professionalism in strengthening the ties between

the French and Canadian air forces. His openness to constructive ideas and the concrete actions he has taken in developing

a plan to consolidate the two forces are the basis for our enhanced relations. Through his efforts, General Mercier has

brought great credit to his country and the benefits of his work deserve to be recognized by the Canadian Armed Forces and

Canada.”

General Denis MERCIER, MSM

General Denis Mercier was born on 04 October 1959 in Barcelonnette (Alpes-de-

Haute-Provence). He became the Chief of Staff of the French Air Force on 17

September 2012. He is a former student of the military school in Aix-en-

Provence. He was admitted to the School of the Air in 1979 (promotion "Captain

Caroff of Kervezec"). He became a fighter pilot in 1983 and began his career on

the operational air base 115 Orange-Caritat in the fighter squadron 1/5 "Vendée"

and flying the Mirage F-1.

In 1987, he joined the fighter squadron 3/2 "Alsace" equipped with Mirage 2000 at

the 102 Air Base Dijon and was then assigned to Orange again from 1988 to

1990, within the squadron Hunting 2/5 "Ile de France". In 1990, he joined the 103

Cambrai airbase to be the fighter squadron "Cambrai" which he commanded from

1991 to 1994.

From 1994 to 1996, he was transferred to the office use of Air Force Command

combat on the 128 Air Base Metz before joining the office NATO the United

Services Staff operational planning Creil . Upon completion in 1999, it serves to

Brunssum , the Netherlands , in the headquarters of the Northern Command of

NATO.

He graduated of Joint Defense College and he took command of the air base 112 of Reims

from 2002 to 2004. After this period, he was posted to Paris in the office plans Staff of the

Army of the air, as an assistant in 2004 and bureau chief in 2005. In 2007, he was appointed

Assistant to the Deputy Chief-performance synthetic Staff of the Air Force.

In 2008 , he took command of Schools officers Air Force to Salon-de-Provence. On 30 August

2010 , he became the chief of the military cabinet of the Minister of Defence.

On 2 August 2012 , he was appointed Chief of Staff of the Air Force from 17 September

following, when he was elevated to the rank and title of General . He succeeds General Jean-

Paul Paloméros. He became the Supreme Allied Commander of Transformation (NATO) on

21 September 2015.

He has 3,000 flight hours including 182 combat missions.

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Medals:

Commander of the Legion of Honour 28 June 2013

Officer of the National Order of Merit

Medal of Aeronautics

Overseas Medal with 2 Gold Bars

National Defence Medal (Gold Grade) with Bar

Medal of the Nation’s Gratitude

French Commemorative Medal

Commemorative Medal of the Chief of General Stafff of the Slovak Armed Forces with gold disc and gold star Slovakia

Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera) Singapore

Meritorious Service Medal (MSM) Canada

Polish Army Medal in bronze Poland

Order of Abdulaziz al Saud, First Class Saudi Arabia

Commander of the Order of the Crown Belgium

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HABIB HESARI, Mohammad MSM CG: Not Gazetted

Major-General – Afghanistan Army Islamic Republic of Afghanistan GH: No Entry

Commander of the Afghan National Army Training DOI: July 2012 to March 2014

“As commander of the Afghan National Army Training and Education

Command from July 2012 to March 2014, Major-General Habib Hesari

provided indispensable support to the Canadian mission. He played a

significant role in establishing a new training and education structure while

consistently providing exceptional leadership and guidance to Canadian

personnel under his command. An excellent spokesman for Canada’s

mission, Major-General Habib Hesari has eloquently highlighted the impact

of Canadian Efforts to Afghanistan’s most senior leaders.”

Medal presented by General Tom Lawson and Major-General Dean Milner.

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KARIMI, Sher Mohammad MSM CG: Not Gazetted

General – Afghan Army Islamic Republic of Afghanistan GH: No Entry

Chief of the General Staff of the Afghanistan National Army DOI: October 2010 to September 2013

“As Chief of the General Staff from October 2010 to September 2013, General Karimi

was essential to building and fielding the Army, as well as, leading the fight against

the insurgency. Throughout these efforts, his insistence on a Canadian presence

amongst his advisors put Canada’s mission in the limelight and raised the profile of

the Canadian Armed Forces among other coalition nations. General Karimi’s

outstanding performance contributed greatly to the operational success of the Afghan

National Army and was critical to the effectiveness of Canada’s mission.”

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MERZAHI, Sayed MSM CG: Not Gazetted

Command Sergeant-Major – Afghan National Army Islamic Republic of Afghanistan GH: No Entry

Afghan National Army Command Sergeant-Major DOI: May 2011 to March 2014

“From May 2011 to March 2014, Command Sergeant Major Merzahi

delivered an exceptional performance as the senior non-commissioned

officer at the Kabul Military Training Centre. In addition to the

instrumental role he played in developing the non-commissioned officer

corps, he directly facilitated Canadian readiness training, enhanced

force protection for Canadian personnel and provided Canadian

advisors with a better understanding of Afghan culture. Command

Sergeant Major Merzahi’s accomplishments had a positive impact on

Canadian operations and were critical to the rebuilding of the Afghan

National Army.”

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CITATIONS to the MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (Military) (MSM) FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

BEAUREGARD, Douglas MSM CG: Not Gazetted

Chief Petty Officer – United States Navy American Citizen GH: 24 June 2015

Cyber Support Detachment Maritime Forces Atlantic DOI: August 2009 to June 2014

“As a member of the Cyber Support Detachment within Maritime Forces Atlantic from August 2009 to

June 2014, Chief Petty Officer Beauregard was indispensable to the Canadian intelligence community. A

consummate professional and skilled operator, he provided critical not-readily-available data access to

two of Her Majesty’s Canadian ships deployed to the Arabian Sea, bringing great honour to himself, to the

Canadian Armed Forces and to the United States Navy.”

Beauregard, who grew up in Dartmouth New Hampshire, is a 1987 graduate of Dartmouth High School.

He graduated from Worcester State University in 1993, and joined the Navy shortly after as a cryptologic

analyst. Beauregard was stationed in Hawaii, Washington D.C., Maryland and Halifax, Nova Scotia. He

will retire in August 2015 with 23 years of service, where he'll relocate to Charlestown, S.C. as an analyst

for Scientific Research Corp.

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DOCKTER, Bryan MSM CG: Not Gazetted

Major – United States Air Force American Citizen GH: 24 June 2015

Chief Training Officer 436 Transport Squadron for CC-130J Hercules Aircraft DOI: July 2010 to July 2012

“From July 2010 to July 2012, Major Dockter was the chief training officer at 436 Transport

Squadron, in Trenton, Ontario, during its transition to the newly acquired CC130J Hercules

aircraft. With dedication and professionalism, and despite limited resources at his disposal,

he developed and sustained a robust aircrew training program while simultaneously supporting

operations worldwide in minimal time. Major Dockter’s efforts have had a lasting and positive

impact on the development of this new capability in the Canadian Armed Forces.”

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CITATIONS to the MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (Military) (MSM)

FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

DUBIE, Michael D. MSM CG: 14 November 2015

Lieutenant-General – United States Air Force American Citizen GH: Nil

Deputy Commander – U.S. Northern Command, NORAD DOI: August 2012 to 2015

“Lieutenant-General Michael D. Dubie is the Deputy Commander, U.S. Northern Command,

and Vice Commander, U.S. Element, North American Aerospace Defense Command at

Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado. As Deputy Commander, U.S. Northern Command,

General Dubie helps lead the command in anticipating, preparing and responding to threats to

the U.S., its territories and interests within the assigned area of responsibility, and as directed

by the President or Secretary of Defense, provide defense support to civil authorities in

response to man-made or natural disasters.”

Lieutenant-Michael D. Dubie, MSM, USAF

Deputy Commander – U.S. Northern Command, NORAD

General Dubie began his military career in 1979 in the Army ROTC program at the University of Vermont and simultaneously

joined the 150th Aviation Battalion, Vermont Army National Guard. He was commissioned as a second lieutenant, Armor Branch,

in 1981. After transferring to the Vermont Air National Guard, General Dubie held a variety of command, staff and supervisory

positions at the 158th Fighter Wing and Vermont Joint Force Headquarters. Additionally, General Dubie commanded the 447th

Air Expeditionary Group at the Baghdad International Airport, Iraq.

Before assuming his current position, General Dubie served as the Adjutant General of Vermont, responsible for commanding

units of the Air and Army National Guard. General Dubie is a command pilot with more than 2,000 flying hours, the majority in the

F-16.

EDUCATION

1982 Bachelor of Arts in Economics, University of Vermont, Burlington

1998 Air War College, in residence

1999 Master of Arts in International Relations, Norwich University, Northfield, Vt.

2003 John F. Kennedy School, Harvard University, Senior Executives in International Security, Cambridge, Mass.

2007 Capstone General and Flag Officer Course, National Defense University, Fort Lesley J. McNair, Washington, D.C.

2007 National Security Studies Program, George Washington University, Washington, D.C.

2008 George C. Marshall Center, Senior Executive Seminar, Garmisch, Germany

2009 Combined Force Air Component Commander Course, Air University, Maxwell AFB, Ala.

ASSIGNMENTS

1. September 1979 - April 1982, 150th Aviation Battalion, 86th Armor Brigade, Army National Guard, Burlington, Vt.

2. May 1982 - December 1982, Student, undergraduate navigator training, Mather AFB, Calif.

3. December 1982 - October 1983, Student, F-4 weapon systems officer, McConnell AFB, Kan.

4. October 1983 - August 1985, F-4 WSO, 134th Tactical Fighter Squadron, Burlington Air National Guard Base, Vt.

5. August 1985 - August 1986, Student, undergraduate pilot training, Laughlin AFB, Texas

6. August 1986 - November 1986, Student, Lead-In Fighter Training, Holloman AFB, N.M.

7. November 1986 - June 1987, Student, F-16 pilot training, MacDill AFB, Fla.

8. June 1987 - February 1989, Air Sovereignty Alert Pilot, 134th Fighter Squadron, Burlington ANGB, Vt.

9. February 1989 - June 1989, F-16 Operational Test and Evaluation Pilot, 422nd Test Squadron, Nellis AFB, Nev.

10. June 1989 - June 1992, Squadron Safety Officer, 134th Fighter Squadron, Burlington ANGB, Vt.

11. June 1992 - June 1995, F-16 Instructor Pilot and Flight commander, 134th Fighter Squadron, Burlington ANGB, Vt.

12. June 1995 - June 1997, Commander, 158th Operations Support Flight, Burlington ANGB, Vt.

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13. June 1997 - June 1998, Student, Air War College, Maxwell AFB, Alabama

14. June 1998 - October 2000, Director of Operations, Joint Force Headquarters, Colchester, Vt.

15. October 2000- September 2001, Director of Support Operations, attached Joint Force Headquarters, Honolulu, Hawaii

16. September 2001 - September 2004, Director of Plans and Programs, Joint Force Headquarters, Colchester, Vt.

(June 2004 - September 2004, Director Staff 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing and Commander, 447th Air Expeditionary Group,

Operation Iraqi Freedom)

17. September 2004 - April 2006, Chief of Staff, Joint Force Headquarters, Colchester, Vt.

18. April 2006 - August 2012, Adjutant General, Joint Force Headquarters, Colchester, Vt.

19. August 2012 - present, Deputy Commander, U.S. Northern Command, Peterson AFB, Colorado

SUMMARY OF JOINT ASSIGNMENTS

1. April 2006 - August 2012, Adjutant General, Joint Force Headquarters, VTNG, Colchester, Vt., as a major general

2. August 2012 - present, Deputy Commander, U.S. Northern Command, Peterson AFB, Colorado, as a lieutenant general

CIVILIAN OCCUPATION

Retired Commercial Airline Pilot

FLIGHT INFORMATION

Rating: command pilot

Flight hours: more than 2,000 (military); more than 7,000 (commercial)

Military aircraft flown: T-37, T-38, F-4D, F-16A/B/C/D

Commercial aircraft flown: B-727, Airbus 320, DC-10, B-747-400

MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS

Defense Distinguished Service Medal

Air Force Distinguished Service Medal with oak leaf cluster

Legion of Merit

Bronze Star Medal

Meritorious Service Medal with leaf cluster

Air Force Commendation Medal with two oak leaf clusters

Army Commendation Medal

Iraq Campaign Medal with bronze star

Canadian Meritorious Service Medal (MSM)

OTHER ACHIEVEMENTS

1983 Distinguished Graduate, F-4 Training, McConnell AFB, Kan.

1986 Distinguished Graduate, Pilot Training, Laughlin AFB, Texas

1986 Air Training Command Commander's Trophy, Pilot Training, Laughlin AFB, Texas

1986 Distinguished Graduate, Lead-In Fighter Training, Holloman AFB, N.M.

1998 Air War College Award for Excellence, Maxwell AFB, Ala.

2011 University of Vermont, Doctor of Laws, honoris causa, Burlington, Vt.

2012 Saint Michael's College, Doctor of Humane Letters, honoris causa, Colchester, Vt.

EFFECTIVE DATES OF PROMOTION

Second Lieutenant 16 May 1981

First Lieutenant 16 May 1984

Captain 19 July 1986

Major 03 Oct 1992

Lieutenant Colonel 03 Oct 1996

Colonel 06 Oct 2000

Brigadier General 01 Oct 2004

Major General 01 March 2007

Lieutenant General 14 Aug 2012 (Current as of July 2015)

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CITATIONS to the MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (Military) (MSM) FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

HYDE, Charles Kevin MSM CG: 14 November 2015

Brigadier-General – United States Air Force American Citizen GH: 03 April 2017

Deputy Commander – 1 Canadian Air Division and Cdn NORAD DOI: August 2012 to 2015

“Brigadier-General Hyde served as Deputy Combined/Joint Forces Air Component commander at 1 Canadian Air

Division/Canadian NORAD Region Headquarters in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Between July 2013 and August 2015, he played a

key role in NORAD and in the Canadian Armed Forces’ domestic operations and international missions. Brigadier-General

Hyde’s vast experience and exemplary performance have further enhanced Canada’s role in NORAD and in the ongoing

pursuit of our North American security goals.”

Brigadier-General Charles Kevin Hyde, MSM

United States Air Force

Deputy Commander, Canadian North American Aerospace Defense Region

Deputy Combined/Joint Forces Air Component Commander, 1 Canadian Air Division, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Brigadier General Charles K. Hyde is the Deputy Commander, Canadian North

American Aerospace Defense Region, and Deputy Combined/Joint Force Air

Component Commander for 1 Canadian Air Division, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.

He is the principal adviser to the Canadian Commander and assumes command of

NORAD forces assigned to CANR in the commander's absence. General Hyde is

responsible for ensuring that the region's battle staff, air operations center, flying

units, radar sensors, intelligence and command-and control-assets provide airspace

warning and control, and space and maritime warning. He is the senior U.S. military

officer in Canada and represents the U.S. military and his service, and is

responsible for mission effectiveness and administration of U.S. Air Force units

assigned to Canada.

General Hyde was commissioned in 1987 as a distinguished graduate of the U.S.

Air Force Academy. He has commanded at the squadron, group and wing levels.

His commands include the 320th Expeditionary Operations Group at Seeb Air Base,

Oman, during operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom, Vice Commander

of the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing, Southwest Asia, and 314th Airlift Wing at Little Rock AFB, Arkansas. His senior staff

experience includes Chief, Distribution Division, Directorate of Logistics, J-4, the Joint Staff, at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C.

and Deputy Director of Intelligence, Operations, and Nuclear Integration for Flying Training, Headquarters AETC, Randolph AFB,

Texas. Prior to his current assignment, General Hyde served as the Commander, 86th Airlift Wing, Ramstein Air Base, Germany.

EDUCATION

1987 Distinguished graduate, Bachelor of Science degree in international affairs, U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs,

Colo.

1993 Distinguished graduate, Squadron Officer School, Maxwell AFB, Montgomery, Ala.

1997 Master of Science degree in organizational and human resource development, Abilene Christian University, Abilene, Texas

2000 Distinguished graduate, Master of Arts degree in national security and strategic studies, Naval War College, Newport, R.I.

2005 Master of Arts degree in strategic studies, Army War College, Carlisle Barracks, Pa.

2008 Joint Professional Military Education Phase II, Joint Forces Staff College, Norfolk, Va.

2009 Senior Officer Development Course, Center for Creative Leadership, Greensboro, N.C.

2009 U.S. Air Force Enterprise Leadership Seminar, Darden School of Business, University of Virginia, Charlottesville

2010 Senior Executive Fellows Course, Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass.

2012 AFSO21 Senior Leadership Course, University of Tennessee, Knoxville

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ASSIGNMENTS

1. May 1987 - September 1988, student, undergraduate pilot training, Columbus AFB, Miss.

2. September 1988 - February 1989, pilot instructor training, Randolph AFB, Texas

3. February 1989 - April 1992, T-37 instructor pilot, RSU Controller and Director of Operations Executive Officer, 37th and 42rd

Flying Training Squadrons, Columbus AFB, Miss.

4. April 1992 - November 1993, C-130 pilot and aircraft commander, 773rd Tactical Airlift Squadron, Dyess AFB, Texas

5. November 1993 - December 1995, C-130 instructor pilot, flight commander, and chief of standardization and evaluation, 40th

Airlift Squadron, Dyess AFB, Texas

6. December 1995 - December 1996, executive officer and C-130 instructor pilot, 7th Wing, Dyess AFB, Texas

7. January 1997 - June 1997, assistant operations officer and C-130 evaluator pilot, 40th Airlift Squadron, Dyess AFB, Texas

8. June 1997 - July 1999, Deputy Chief, Senior Officer Matters, Air Mobility Command, Scott AFB, Ill.

9. July 1999 - November 2000, Course Officer, Naval War College, Newport, R.I.

10. November 2000 - December 2001, assistant operations officer, 517th Airlift Squadron, Elmendorf AFB, Alaska

11. January 2002 - January 2004, Commander, 39th Airlift Squadron, Dyess AFB, Texas (November 2002 - June 2003,

Commander, 320th Expeditionary Operations Group, Seeb AB, Oman)

12. January 2004 - June 2004, Deputy Commander, 317th Airlift Group, Dyess AFB, Texas

13. June 2004 - September 2005, Course Officer, Army War College, Carlisle Barracks, Pa.

14. September 2005 - August 2006, Vice Commander, 386th Air Expeditionary Wing, Southwest Asia

15. September 2006 - July 2008, Chief, Distribution Division, Directorate of Logistics, J-4, the Joint Staff, Washington D.C.

16. October 2008 - August 2010, Commander, 314th Airlift Wing, Little Rock AFB, Ark.

17. September 2010 - September 2011, Deputy Director of Intelligence, Operations, and Nuclear Integration for Flying Training

Headquarters AETC, Randolph AFB, Texas.

18. September 2011 - June 2013, Commander, 86th Airlift Wing, Ramstein Air Base, Germany

19. July 2013 - present, Deputy Commander, Canadian North American Aerospace Defense Region, and Deputy Combined/Joint

Forces Air Component Commander, 1 Canadian Air Division, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

20. Retired

SUMMARY OF JOINT ASSIGNMENTS

1. September 2006 - July 2008, Chief, Distribution Division, Directorate of Logistics, J-4, the Joint Staff, Washington D.C., as a

colonel

2. July 2013 - present, Deputy Commander, Canadian North American Aerospace Defense Region, and Deputy Combined/Joint

Force Air Component Commander for 1st Canadian Air Division, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, as a brigadier general

FLIGHT INFORMATION

Rating: command pilot

Flight hours: more than 4,300

Aircraft flown: T-37, C-130E/H/J

MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS

Defense Superior Service Medal

Legion Of Merit with one oak leaf cluster

Bronze Star with one oak leaf cluster

Meritorious Service Medal with two oak leaf clusters

Air Medal with three oak leaf clusters

Aerial Achievement Medal with two oak leaf clusters

Meritorious Service Medal (Canada)

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OTHER ACHIEVEMENTS

2005 Commandants Award for Distinction in Research, U.S. Army War College

2004 Squadron Commander of the Year, 317th Airlift Group

2000 Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Strategy Essay competition winner

1995 Colonel Joe M. Jackson Award, best combat aerial delivery crew in Air Combat Command

1995 Company Grade Officer of the Year, 40th Airlift Squadron

1989 Distinguished Graduate and Top Graduate, T-37 instructor pilot training

EFFECTIVE DATES OF PROMOTION

Second Lieutenant 27 May, 1987

First Lieutenant 27 May, 1989

Captain 27 May, 1991

Major 01 Aug., 1998

Lieutenant Colonel 01 May, 2001

Colonel 01 Aug., 2005

Brigadier General 22 July, 2011

(Current as of May 2015)

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CITATIONS to the MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (Military) (MSM) FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

STEWART, Jeffery MSM CG: 14 November 2015

Colonel – United States Army American Citizen GH: Nil

Deputy Chief of Staff, Operations, Canadian Joint Operational Command DOI: 2013 to 2015

“For exemplary leadership and outstanding professionalism as the Deputy Commander,

Operations of the Canadian Joint Operations Command from 2013 to 2015.”

Colonel Jeff Stewart is a Distinguished Military Graduate from Western Oregon State College,

holding a Bachelor of Arts degree in History. Colonel Stewart earned a Bachelor of Science

degree in Military Science from the Sultan Qaboos University in Muscat, Oman, and a Master

of Arts degree in Military History from the Command and General Staff College in Fort

Leavenworth, Kansas. He also holds a Master of Arts degree in Military Science from the US

Army War College.

Colonel Stewart has conducted Peacekeeping deployments in Haiti and the Sinai, as well as

multiple combat deployments, including two tours in Iraq and one in Afghanistan. His most

recent assignment was as Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations with the Canadian Joint

Operations Command in Ottawa, Canada.

On 30 July 2015, he became the Commander of the Area Support Group in Kuwait.

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SHEARER, Eugene MSM CG: Not Gazetted

Colonel – United States Army American Citizen GH: 29 December 2015 *

Chief of the Combined Joint Logistics Branch within Regional Command South DOI: May 2010 to June 2011

“Colonel Shearer, of the United States Army, was a true

champion for Canada as Sustainment Enterprise Director and

Chief of the Combined Joint Logistics Branch within Regional

Command (South) Headquarters from May 2010 to June 2011.

Consistently employing our soldiers in key positions, he was

crucial to the Canadian Contingent’s

integration into the Headquarters and ensured

Canada received essential support during a

critical period of mission transition. Col.

Shearer’s superb leadership was vital to

operational success and helped preserve

Canada’s legacy in Afghanistan.”

Shearer retired from the U.S. Army after more

than 23 years of active duty service in October

2014. His military service included 43 months deployed in support of combat operations in Iraq and

Afghanistan and service as the chief of current operations for the U.S. Army G-4 in the Pentagon. After

retirement he became the Defense Joint Logistics Operations Center Executive Officer.

* Medal presented by Canadian Ambassador to the USA Gary Doer to Colonel Shearer and his family on 29 December 2015.

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CITATIONS to the MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (Military) (MSM) FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

BUSHONG, Paul MSM CG: Not Gazetted

Vice-Admiral – United States Navy American Citizen GH: 27 April 2016

United States Security Coordinator for Israel and the Palestinian Authority DOI: October 2012 to October 2014

“As the United States security coordinator for Israel and the Palestinian

Authority from October 2012 to October 2014, Vice-Admiral Bushong was

the leader of a military-civilian team that included Canadian personnel.

Under his direction, the group achieved its goals, despite the relatively small

size of the unit and the numerous regional challenges it faced. With

leadership and a singular operational vision, Vice-Admiral Bushong helped to

advance Canada’s strategic initiatives, interests and credibility in the region.”

Vice Admiral Paul BUSHONG, MSM

Vice Admiral Paul Bushong is a native of Lucas, Texas, and was

commissioned upon graduation from the United States Naval

Academy in 1981.

Afloat, he has served in both the Atlantic and Pacific Fleets. His

operational assignments include duty as a division officer aboard

USS Memphis (SSN 691), homeported in Norfolk, Virginia; as

engineer officer in USS Omaha (SSN 692), homeported in Pearl

Harbor; and, as executive officer in USS Olympia (SSN 717), also homeported in Pearl Harbor. Bushong

commanded USS Pittsburgh (SSN 720), homeported in Groton, Connecticut; USS Frank Cable (AS 40),

homeported in Apra Harbor, Guam; Submarine Group 2 in Groton, Connecticut; and Joint Region Marianas.

Ashore, he has served as a submarine squadron engineer, as a staff officer at the Supreme Headquarters Allied

Powers Europe in Mons, Belgium, and, as the prospective commanding officer instructor at Naval Reactors in

Washington, D.C. He also served two tours on the Navy Staff in the Pentagon, and as the executive officer to

Supreme Allied Commander, Europe/Commander, U.S. European Command. He reported to his present assignment

as U.S. security coordinator for Israel and the Palestinian Authority in October 2012.

He is responsible to the Secretary of State for assisting the Palestinian Authority to transform and professionalize its

security sector, advocating for security initiatives that build trust and confidence, and supporting whole-of-

government efforts to set the conditions for a negotiated two-state solution.

Bushong received a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the United States Naval Academy. He also

received a Master of Science in Ocean Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and has the

degree of Ocean Engineer, jointly awarded by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and the Woods Hole

Oceanographic Institution.

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CITATIONS to the MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (Military) (MSM) FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

BALDUCCHI, Christophe Antoine Marie MSM CG: Not Gazetted

Captain – French Navy French Citizen GH: 27 April 2016

Defence Attaché at the French Embassy in Ottawa DOI: 2013 to 2015

“Captain(N) Balducchi demonstrated outstanding dedication and professionalism while

serving as defence attaché at the French Embassy in Ottawa, from 2013 to 2015. He played

a significant role in recognizing the service and sacrifice of past and present Canadian

soldiers by organizing a wide range of commemorative activities that strengthened the ties of

friendship between France and Canada. Captain(N) Balducchi’s contribution to recognizing

our military personnel has brought great honour to Canada.”

Medals include: Officer – Legion of Honour (France)

Officer – National Order of Merit (France)

French Cross for Military Valour (France)

National Defence Medal – Gold (France)

Meritorious Service Medal (Canada)

Captain (N) Balducchi graduated from the French National School for Advanced Techniques

(MSc), the Advanced War School, the Political Science School of Aix in Provence and the NATO

Defense College (senior course 115). He holds several medals, including the French Legion of

Honor and the French Cross for Military Valour. He is also officer of the National Order of Merit of Malta.

In the beginning of the 1980’s, he took part in several operations, such as

Operation Gladiateur off of the Libyan coast and Operation Olifant, near

Lebanon. He served on board HMCS Algonquin as a French exchange officer

with the Canadian Navy. In 1993, he joined the tripartite “Horizon” Joint Project

Office in London as a Combat systems expert within the international operational

requirement staff team. In July 1998, he participated in various operational

deployments in the Indian Ocean and in the Mediterranean such as the air

campaign in Kosovo from February to June 1999.

In 2001, he took command of the command and supply ship Var, (flag ship of the

Indian Ocean French Fleet). In 2002, he was assigned to the Plans and Policy

division of the Naval Staff in Paris in charge of surface warfare and deep strikes

before taking over the International Relations and Strategy office. On September

1st 2005, he joined the crew of the Air Defense Destroyer Forbin, (Lead ship of

the Horizon Class). He became the Commanding Officer of the Forbin from

June 2006 to July 2009 and directed all her industrial and military trials as well as her first deployment.

He was then transferred to the Joint Operations Command and Planning Center (CPCO) in Paris in July 2010, first in charge of

the strategic assessment and then as chief J3 (“current operations”), he has been involved in all recent French operations such

as in Afghanistan, Libya, and Mali.

In 2013, he became the Defence Attaché at the French Embassy in Ottawa, a post he held until 2015. In his free time, he enjoys

competitive swimming and water polo. He loves history and plays drums.

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CITATIONS to the MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (Military) (MSM)

FOREIGN SERVICE MEMBERS

RUDESHEIM, Frederick S. (“Rudy”) MSM CG: 17 June 2017

Lieutenant-General – US Army American Citizen GH:

U.S. Security Coordinator for Israel and the Palestinian Authority, Jerusalem DOI: January 2015 to 2017

Lieutenant-General Frederick S. (“Rudy”) RUDESHEIM, MSM, US Army

Lieutenant General Frederick “Rudy” Rudesheim was commissioned as a distinguished

military graduate from the University of Texas, Austin in 1981 where he earned a

Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science. He holds Master’s degrees in International

Relations from Troy University, in Strategic Studies from the Army War College, and in

Advanced Military Studies from the United States Army Command and General Staff

College.

He served as the Commander of 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division

(Mechanized) deploying to Iraq from April 2003 to March 2004. He also served as

Deputy Commanding General of the 1st Cavalry Division and Multi-National Division -

Baghdad during Operation Iraqi Freedom from February 2009 to January 2010. He

most recently served as the Commander for the United States Army - South at Fort

Sam Houston, Texas.

His previous joint assignments include a tour with U.S. Joint Forces - Korea; Director of

Joint Capability Development at the U.S. Joint Forces Command; and three tours with

the Joint Staff; the first as a Division Chief and Deputy Director for the J5, the second

as the Deputy Director for the J7, and most recently as the Vice Director of the Joint

Staff. He reported to his present assignment as the U.S. Security Coordinator for Israel

and the Palestinian Authority in January 2015.

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HARMON, Jessica MSM CG: 17 June 2017

Captain – US Army American Citizen GH:

Reintegration of a Canadian Citizen held Hostage in Afghanistan DOI: December 2015 to January 2016

“Between December 2015 and January 2016, Captain Harmon demonstrated great leadership and initiative as the re-

integration specialist of a Canadian citizen held hostage in Afghanistan. She designed and implemented a psychological

support package, which laid the groundwork for the recovery of this Canadian and of future hostages. Captain Harmon’s

professionalism and dedication greatly contributed to enhancing relations between Canada and the United States.”

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PEARSON, Jesse MSM CG: 17 June 2017

Colonel – US Army American Citizen GH:

Deputy Chief of Staff, Expeditionary Operation, Cdn Joint Operations Command DOI: June 2015 to June 2017

“Colonel Jesse Pearson, United States Army, served as the Deputy Chief of Staff, Expeditionary Operations, Canadian Joint

Operations Command at NDHQ in Ottawa from June 2015 to June 2017.”

Colonel Jesse Pearson, MSM, US Army

June 2015 to June 2017 DCOS, Expeditionary Operations, Cdn Joint Operations Command Ottawa, Ontario

July 2014 to June 2015 Student, U.S. Army War College Carlisle, Pennsylvania

September 2012 to June 2014 Chief of Operations for Army Campaign Plan under G-3/5/7 Pentagon, Washington

September 2010 to Aug 2012 Commander 1st Battalion, 26th Infantry Reg “Blue Spaders” Fort Knox to Afghanistan

February 2010 to Aug 2010 Brigade S3 (Ops) Staff Observer Joint Readiness Training Center Fort Polk, Louisiana

Attended Action Officer Force Integration Course

Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicle Course

Joint Special Operations Air Component Course

Jumpmaster Course

Mortar Leaders Course

Ranger School

Medals Legion of Merit

Meritorious Service Medal

Bronze Star Medal

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