Meritorious Service Decorations - Military Division
Meritorious Service Medal
Awarded on: 2011-09-18
Invested on: 2012-11-15
As commanding officer of the National Support Element in Afghanistan from April to November 2010, Lieutenant-Colonel Marcella demonstrated leadership and professionalism while providing logistics support to Canadian and coalition forces. Working in Afghanistan’s complex counter-insurgency environment, he ensured effective support throughout the vast area of operations. Lieutenant-Colonel Marcella’s endeavours helped to advance international efforts in the country and brought great credit to the Canadian Forces and to Canada.