Meritorious Service Decorations - Military Division
Meritorious Service Cross
Awarded on: 2011-07-07
Invested on: 2011-09-22
As Commander North American Aerospace Defence Command (NORAD) and United States Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) from May 2010 to July 2011, Admiral Winnefeld distinguished himself by strengthening the Tri-Command relationship between NORAD, USNORTHCOM and Canada Command. His leadership and collaboration were instrumental in furthering Canada–United States areas of co-operation in the North and in engagement initiatives with Mexico. Admiral Winnefeld’s exceptional leadership ensured effective intergovernmental and military co-operation, and created an environment of mutual trust, ultimately strengthening the defence and security of both countries.