Meritorious Service Decorations - Military Division
Meritorious Service Medal
Awarded on: 2013-02-01
Invested on: 2013-09-12
As coxswain aboard HMCS Charlottetown from March to August 2011, Chief Petty Officer 1st Class Skinner was a critical component of the ship’s contribution to NATO operations in Libya. He served as the conduit between the command team and the ship’s company, maintaining the crew’s morale and focus, and ensuring that they performed effectively during dangerous and demanding operations. Chief Petty Officer 1st Class Skinner’s efforts contributed to the ship’s fighting spirit and the crew’s operational success.