Meritorious Service Decorations - Military Division
Meritorious Service Medal
Awarded on: 1994-03-09
Invested on: 1994-09-30
During an enemy attack on June 18, 1993, against the new harbour facilities in Mogadishu, Somalia, Warrant Officer Lanteigne risked his life to supply the members of his platoon with fresh ammunition. Three times, he braved sustained small arms and sniper fire as he went from bunker to bunker with ammunition for his various sections, returning to his own bunker only after he had completely resupplied his platoon. Warrant Officer Lanteigne distinguished himself by his courage and by actions that exemplify the best of military traditions.