Meritorious Service Cross
- Awarded on: December 8, 1996
- Invested on: August 26, 1996
Rank: General
As Commander in Chief of the North American Aerospace Defence Command and the United States Space Command, General Ashy provided outstanding personal support and assistance to Canada. His strong vision and tenacious pursuit of binational support of the common defence of North America contributed significantly to the advancement of Defence Programs critical to Canada. Moreover, his outstanding leadership, astute initiative and clear, professional direction ensured unprecedented success in the air campaign over Bosnia during the recent peacekeeping operations. General Ashy's intense personal efforts and keen understanding of his commands' vital roles have contributed significantly to Western security and constitute a direct service to Canada and to the Canadian Forces.
