Meritorious Service Decorations - Military Division
Meritorious Service Medal
Awarded on: 2003-06-23
Invested on: 2004-11-26
Colonel Wiercinski, an American citizen, was instrumental to the success of the 3rd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry Battle Group, which was subordinate to a formation of the United States Army during the war on terrorism in 2002. As Commander of Task Force Rakkasan, Colonel Wiercinski inspired the Battle Group to perform to their fullest potential during Operation APOLLO/ENDURING FREEDOM. Under Colonel Wiercinski’s leadership and strong support, the Battle Group and its sub-units conducted numerous complex combat missions upon which the credibility of the entire coalition hinged. His outstanding performance brought great honour to Canada.