Awarded to:

ROBINSON, George William, DSO, ED, Brigadier 1

SPENCER, Alexander C., MiD, ED, Major General 2

(1) 2 i/c, First Hussars, 1941-2
(2) CO, First Hussars, 1939

ROBINSON, George William, Lieutenant-Colonel (Acting Brigadier), - Commander, Order of the British Empire - awarded as per Canada Gazette dated 15 December 1945 and CARO/6276 dated 18 December 1945.

Since he was appointed to 2 Canadian Armoured Brigade in December 1944 Brigadier Robinson has exercised command with outstanding aggressiveness and skill. During operations to clear German territory to the Rhine and the rapid advance that followed through North East Holland and North West Germany, with untiring persistence this officer maintained constant personal contact with his units to encourage them and help them in every possible way. The aggressive leadership and enthusiasm of this officer was of considerable assistance in the maintenance of the momentum of the advance. The vigorous and effective manner in which he has directed and supervised the training and operation of his brigade is reflected in the marked efficiency with which it has functioned at all times, and in particular when individual units were detached in support of other formations. Brigadier Robinson has served with distinction both in Italy and North West Europe. His ability as a commander and an administrator has made a considerable contribution to the success of operations.

SPENCER, Alexander Charles, Brigadier, ED - Commander, Order of the British Empire - awarded as per Canada Gazette dated 8 June 1944 and CARO/4568 dated 9 June 1944.

This officer has served continuously since 1911 when he joined the Non-Permanent Active Militia as a Lieutenant with the 1st Hussars. He served throughout the last war and remained with the militia during peacetime, rising to be Officer Commanding No.1 District Engineers in 1933. On the outbreak of the present war he was appointed Lieutenant-Colonel in command of his old regiment, the 1st Hussars. He retained command when his unit was absorbed in 1 Canadian Cavalry regiment (Mechanized) and in April 1941 was appointed Brigadier Commanding 2 Armoured Brigade. He was made Commandant Camp Borden in April 1942 and recently was appointed Brigadier in charge of administration at the camp. This officer has made a noteworthy contribution in the development and administration of this large camp and particularly in training of Armoured Corps personnel. His services in all regards have been outstanding and he is worthy of high recognition.