Major Robert Burns Cameron Photograph and Citation

A framed photograph and DSO citation of Major Robert Burns Cameron is on permanent display in the Royal Artillery/Royal Engineer Officers’ Mess in Royal Artillery Park, Halifax. Major Cameron commanded 1 Canadian Field Squadron RCE during the breaching of the Gothic Line in Italy, August 1944. He won immediate award of the Distinguished Service Order for his determination and bravery and leadership under heavy fire as he encouraged his troops in crossing the Foglia River, the anti-tank ditch and gapping the minefield. His unit succeeded in establishing two routes into the Gothic line that were absolutely vital to the divisional plan.