Meritorious Service Decorations - Military Division
Meritorious Service Medal
Awarded on: 2011-02-02
Invested on: 2011-06-10
As part of the Operational Mentor Liaison Team in Afghanistan from April to October 2009, Master Corporal Déziel assumed the role of a fire effects officer whose responsibility it was to go forward into battle to observe and report on the situation, and to coordinate artillery support for the troops engaged. In doing so, he repeatedly exposed himself to enemy fire. His experience, planning and calm composure ensured the delivery of precise artillery strikes that significantly disrupted insurgent activity and enhanced the combat effectiveness of Canadian soldiers and Afghan National Security Forces. His leadership and tactical acumen were vital to the battle group’s success.