Meritorious Service Decorations - Military Division
Meritorious Service Medal
Awarded on: 2019-12-18
Invested on: 2021-05-27
From February 2018 to July 2019, as the first Canadian deputy commander of the Latvian Mechanized Infantry Brigade, Lieutenant-Colonel Hatton displayed incredible leadership, vision and dedication that led to significant improvements in interoperability and combat capability. His efforts increased cohesion with the Latvian Armed Forces, contributed to significant development in indirect fire capabilities, and facilitated the integration of numerous battle groups. Lieutenant-Colonel Hatton’s exceptional professionalism had a tangible effect on mission success and advanced Canada’s strategic interests in the region.