Meritorious Service Medal
- Awarded on: May 17, 2012
- Invested on: November 15, 2012
Rank: Major
As commander of the C Company Combat Team deployed to Afghanistan from November 2010 to June 2011, Major Marquis distinguished himself by his tactical agility. In his battlespace, he prevailed over numerous incidents caused by, among other things, improvised explosive devices; he faced the enemy on several occasions; and he became involved with the local population. Even when faced with the loss of soldiers and the complex challenges of combat, Major Marquis contributed greatly to the success of his soldiers and improved stability in his area of operations.
