Meritorious Service Cross

• Awarded on: May 14, 1992

As Commander-in-Chief of the North American Aerospace Defence Command, General Kutyna provided outstanding personal support and assistance to Canada. His strong vision and tenacious pursuit of binational support for the common defence of North America contributed significantly to the advancement of Defence Programs critical to Canada. His astute initiative and clear, professional direction ensured unprecedented combat operations support to Canadian and coalition forces during the Persian Gulf War.