Meritorious Service Medal
- Awarded on: June 4, 2001
- Invested on: September 27, 2002
Rank: Captain(N)
As Commander of a Task Unit from July 27 to August 12, 2000, Captain Robertson led the Canadian Forces’ coordinated effort to track, board and seize Merchant Vessel GTS KATIE. He organized flawlessly the boarding of the vessel, regaining control of hundreds of millions of dollars worth of Canadian Forces’ army equipment and ammunition, which were being held aboard. His actions reflected exceptional planning in this operation against an uncooperative target conducted under intense worldwide media scrutiny. Captain Robertson’s outstanding leadership contributed to the success of a particularly challenging mission, bringing great credit to the Canadian Forces and to Canada.
