Meritorious Service Medal
- Awarded on: October 7, 2009
- Invested on: June 04, 2010
Rank: Lieutenant-Colonel
Lieutenant-Colonel Friday was deployed to Southwest Asia with Joint Task Force Afghanistan as the commanding officer of the Theatre Support Element, from June to December 2008. Overseeing hundreds of air transport missions, he introduced new capabilities and techniques that improved the effectiveness of logistical support to operations. Lieutenant-Colonel Friday’s outstanding skills in diplomacy and planning, as well as his exceptional leadership, ensured the smooth operation of the camp, enhanced relations with the host nation, and ensured that critical lifelines were maintained.
