Meritorious Service Cross
- Awarded on: March 10, 1995
- Invested on: May 31, 1995
Rank: Colonel
Colonel Oehring assumed command of Sector South in the former Yugoslavia in September 1993 and, by May 1994, was instrumental in securing and maintaining a comprehensive cease-fire agreement in the most sensitive and violent area of Croatia. That agreement became the cornerstone of others throughout the country, and led to extensive removal of minefields in the area and significant improvements in the living conditions of the local inhabitants. His leadership, professionalism and diplomatic skill helped forge many non-military agencies into an enthusiastic, co-operative and effective team for the benefit of all.
