- Palmerston North, New-Zeland
Meritorious Service Decorations - Military Division
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Meritorious Service Cross
- Awarded on: October 16, 2019
- Invested on: May 27, 2021
While deployed to Latvia from July 2018 to January 2019 as commanding officer of NATO’s enhanced Forward Presence Battle Group, Lieutenant-Colonel MacBeth developed an innovative and ambitious plan to assemble a coherent and highly effective multinational team in the field. His contribution to improving communications capabilities within the mission was significant and had a direct impact on the coordination and control of operations, as well as on the long-term success of the mission, earning him and Canada praise from the international community.
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Meritorious Service Medal
- Awarded on: July 10, 2007
- Invested on: October 12, 2007
Captain MacBeth was deployed as a member of the Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance Squadron, 1st Battalion, The Royal Canadian Regiment Battle Group, in Afghanistan, from August 2006 to February 2007. He expertly planned and executed highly effective combat reconnaissance patrols, and on numerous occasions, he selflessly led his platoon through enemy territory to assist other units that had come under attack. Captain MacBeth’s exceptional tactical acumen and combat leadership enabled the successful execution of numerous high-risk reconnaissance patrols that resulted in the discovery of information of significant value to the battle group.
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Meritorious Service Medal
- Awarded on: April 26, 2011
- Invested on: December 13, 2011
As the officer commanding Kandak Mentor Team 2 in Afghanistan from September 2009 to May 2010, Major Macbeth demonstrated leadership and acute cultural awareness. His mentorship of the kandak commander enhanced his ability to plan, coordinate and execute operations. Major Macbeth’s profound influence on kandak soldiers was also exceptional and enhanced their capacity to seamlessly partner with coalition forces and conduct increasingly complicated operations independently. Major Macbeth’s exceptional efforts contributed significantly to the operational success of the Afghan National Army and brought great credit to the Canadian Army.
This is the second Meritorious Service Medal awarded to Major Macbeth