Meritorious Service Decorations - Military Division
Meritorious Service Medal
Awarded on: 2011-09-18
Invested on: 2012-06-22
While deployed to Afghanistan as an explosive ordnance disposal operator from April 2010 to December 2010, Master Corporal Quesnelle displayed courage, leadership and insight. In addition to dismantling over 65 improvised explosive devices, he provided in-depth analysis on insurgent tactics and suggested initiatives that made disposal operations safer for the local population and for Canadian soldiers. Master Corporal Quesnelle’s thorough understanding of the threat, in addition to his willingness to expose himself to great danger, was critical in the search for and removal of improvised explosive devices.