Meritorious Service Medal
- Awarded on: April 26, 2011
- Invested on: January 26, 2012
Rank: Captain
As a platoon commander from October 2009 to May 2010, Captain O’Neill enhanced security in Haji Baba and Nakhonay, Afghanistan. Living within the local community and partnered with an Afghan platoon, Captain O’Neill established strong ties with local leaders, creating an atmosphere of trust within the community. He took great pride in mentoring his Afghan counterpart, providing leadership that enabled the platoons to synchronize operations and disrupt insurgent activities. Captain O’Neill’s dedication brought great credit to the Canadian Forces.
