OTTAWA—His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, announces the presentation of Military Valour Decorations and Meritorious Service Decorations (Military Division) to members of the Canadian and allied forces. The presentation ceremony will take place on Thursday, November 15, 2012, at 10:30 a.m., at Rideau Hall.
The Governor General will present one Star of Military Valour and one Medal of Military Valour to members of the Canadian Forces and of allied forces who have displayed gallantry and devotion to duty in combat. His Excellency will also present three Meritorious Service Crosses (Military Division) and 40 Meritorious Service Medals (Military Division) to individuals whose specific achievements have brought honour to the Canadian Forces and to Canada.
A media schedule for the presentation ceremony, a list of recipients and their citations, and additional information on Military Valour Decorations and Meritorious Service Decorations (Military Division) are attached.
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