Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Lieutenant-Colonel

Unit:

II Canadian Corps, Canadian Army

Awarded on:

February 1st, 1945

Recommendation:
Lieutenant-Colonel Moncel has been General Staff Officer 1 (GSO 1), Headquarters II Canadian Corps, from 27 August 1943 to 19 August 1944. During that time he was mainly instrumental in organizing and training the GS Branch of that HQ. In the immediate preparations for the move overseas of II Canadian Corps and during the operations of the Corps up to date he has contributed importantly to the success of those undertakings by his own painstaking work and by the efficiency with which he directed his branch. His loyalty and cheerful willingness at all times were a noteworthy example and inspiration to others.

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Acting Brigadier

Unit:

4th Canadian Armoured Brigade, Canadian Army

Awarded on:

August 9th, 1945

For his valour in the Battle of Falaise, France, August 1944.

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Acting Brigadier

Unit:

4th Canadian Armoured Brigade, Canadian Army

Awarded for:

Operation Blockbuster

Recommendation:
On 26 February 1945 during II Canadian Corps operation “Blockbuster”, 4th Canadian Armoured Division was order to assault through 2nd Canadian Infantry Division and seize the high ground in area Todtenhugel thence to take the high ground North-East of Udem thence to cross the valley and seize the high ground in the Hochwald gap.
4th Canadian Armoured Brigade, commanding by Acting Brigadier Moncel with 3 Infantry Battalions and 3 Armoured Regiments under command was given the task of seizing and holding the first two objectives. During the course of the operation wich took place on ground made extremely difficult for tank moving, by deep mud, Brigadier Moncel stationed himself well forward with the leading battle group and on several occasions, when the impetus of the attack was in danger of being lost by stubborn enemy resistance, personally directed consolidation of objectives and the further forward movement of his armoured and infantry elements. All this was done under extremely heavy hostile fire, and the gallant bearing of this officer and the complete disregard for his own personal safety, were an inspiration to all types under his command. The successful outcome of the attack was in great measure due to his vigorous leadership.

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

With Palme.