Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Acting Brigadier

Unit:

Headquarters, 2nd Canadian Armoured Brigade, Canadian Army

Awarded on:

December 15th, 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 advanced that followed through North East Holland and North West Germany with untiring energy and 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."

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Brigadier

Unit:

Headquarters, 2nd Canadian Armoured Brigade, Canadian Army

Awarded on:

December 22nd, 1945

"During operations in and adjacent to the Netherlands Brigadier Robinson commanded 2 Canadian Armoured Brigade with outstanding ability. Although his units were widely dispersed in support of various infantry brigades, yet by constant personal liaison and careful supervision of all administrative arrangements he ensured that the armoured units from his command were always at the maximum of operational efficiency. During periods between operations he organized and personally supervised training programmes designed to maintain the units at the peak of their fighting effectiveness. By the aggressive and efficient manner in which he directed all phases of his command Brigadier Robinson made a major contribution to the success of operations which led to the liberation of the Netherlands."

Royal decree no.2. With swords.
Canadian Gazette of 22 dec.1945

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Brigadier

With palm

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)