Awarded on: 1996-12-20
During Operation Storm in 1995, Major Urbanowicz's actions were responsible for saving many military and civilian lives threatened by the Croatian offensive in the Krajina district of the former Yugoslavia. Under extreme conditions involving fierce fighting with restrictions of movement, he ventured outside the United Nations compound to ensure the safety of his personnel and displaced persons. He personally liaised with the various warring factions to ensure that the route from Topusko to the Confrontation Line was cleared and ascertained that the convoys were well organized. Throughout, Major Urbanowicz played a key role in Sector North Operations and demonstrated a high level of personal commitment.