- Torrens, Australia
Meritorious Service Decorations - Military Division
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Meritorious Service Medal
- Awarded on: April 26, 2011
- Invested on: March 22, 2013
Lieutenant-Colonel Cochrane served as commanding officer of the Joint Task Force Afghanistan Air Wing Theatre Support Element at Camp Mirage, from June to December 2009. His leadership was critical to maintaining airlift support for operations in Afghanistan and his diplomatic skills enabled him to establish relationships with the host nation that benefitted Canadian and coalition operations, both at Camp Mirage and in Afghanistan. Lieutenant-Colonel Cochrane’s exemplary dedication, tact and operational focus contributed to the success of the Afghan mission, and enhanced Canada’s international reputation.
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Meritorious Service Medal
- Awarded on: May 17, 2012
- Invested on: March 22, 2013
Colonel Cochrane demonstrated exceptional leadership and service as the 8 Wing commander between February 2010 and November 2011. He assumed command during a period of unprecedented intensity in the operations and his leadership ensured that 8 Wing was able to succeed in its critical role to support the Canadian Forces. Colonel Cochrane inspired those around him by his exemplary dedication and professionalism, and brought great credit to the Air Force and to the Canadian Forces as a whole.
This is the second Meritorious Service Medal awarded to Colonel Cochrane.