The Chief of Defense Staff Commendation

• Presented by the CDS, the Chief of the Defence Staff Commendation comes in the form of a gold bar pin that bears three equilaterally spaced maple leaves.
• The CDS Commendation is awarded to recognise deeds or activities beyond the normal demands of duty.

NARRATIVE

 On 8 January 2009 Corporal Casole-Gouveia provided medical treatment to Coalition Soldiers and local nationals following a suicide bomber attack near a forward operating base in Maywand District, Afghanistan. Despite the overwhelming numder of victims, he used the full spectrum of his medical skills to triage and stabilize the casualties until their evacuation by helicopter. his composure, work ethic and professionalism were vital in the successful treatment efforts and undoubtedly saved lives.

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Cpl Casole-Gouveia receives CDS commendation from Col Celestino, Comd 31 CBG