Another fine Australian killed in action Description: Description: Cameron Stewart Baird MG Personal details of the late Corporal Cameron Stewart Baird MG Corporal Baird was a member of the Special Operations Task Group and was from the 2nd Commando Regiment based at Holsworthy Barracks in Sydney, New South Wales. Corporal Baird is survived by his parents, brother and his partner. Corporal Baird was born in Burnie, Tasmania in 1981. He joined the Army in January 2000 and upon completion of his initial employment training was posted to the then 4th Battalion (Commando), The Royal Australian Regiment, now the 2nd Commando Regiment, in February 2000. Corporal Baird was an outstanding Special Forces soldier. He exemplified what it meant to be a Commando, living by the attributes of uncompromising spirit and honour, which in turn earned him the unconditional respect of his fellow Commandos. His leadership in action was exemplary, constantly inspiring those around him to achieve greater things. Corporal Baird was an extremely dedicated and disciplined soldier, always striving for excellence in everything he did. Corporal Baird died how he lived – at the front, giving it his all, without any indecision. He will forever be remembered by his mates and the soldiers he served with in the 2nd Commando Regiment. Corporal Baird has been awarded the following honours and awards: Medal for Gallantry, Australian Active Service Medal with Clasp East Timor, Clasp Iraq 2003, Clasp International Coalition Against Terrorism, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, Australian Service Medal with Clasp – Counter Terrorism / Special Recovery, Australian Defence Medal, United Nations Medal with Ribbon United Nations Transitional Authority in East Timor, NATO non article 5 Medal with Clasp ISAF and Multiple Tour Indicator (2), Infantry Combat Badge, and Returned from Active Service Badge. During Corporal Baird’s service in the Australian Army he deployed on the following operations: Operation TANAGER (Timor-Leste) – April 2001 – October 2001, Operation SLIPPER (Afghanistan) – February 2003 – March 2003, Operation BASTILLE (Iraq) – March 2003 – May 2003, Operation SLIPPER (Afghanistan) – August 2007 – January 2008, Operation SLIPPER (Afghanistan) – March 2009 – July 2009, Operation SLIPPER (Afghanistan) – July 2011 – February 2012, Operation SLIPPER (Afghanistan) – February 2013 – June 2013. Australian Army Awarded the Medal for Gallantry Lance Corporal Cameron Stewart Baird For gallantry in action during close quarters combat in Afghanistan on Operation SLIPPER. Lance Corporal Cameron Stewart Baird was part of a Commando Company mission assigned for clearance and search of a Taliban stronghold in November 2007. During the initial phase of the clearance, Lance Corporal Baird’s Platoon came under heavy fire and during the ensuing close-range fire-fight, a member of his team was mortally wounded. Displaying complete disregard for his own safety, Lance Corporal Baird led other members of his team forward under heavy fire from machine guns and assault rifles to recover the wounded team member back to a position of cover. He then re-entered the compound and continued to engage the enemy. Even though under constant fire, Lance Corporal Baird continually moved amongst his team members coordinating their fire, and throwing grenades to neutralise the enemy machine gun positions. Once the close quarter battle had been won, Lance Corporal Baird again led his team forward and began room-to-room clearance, where he was again engaged by several enemy. Lance Corporal Baird continued to lead the fight, killing several enemy and successfully completing the clearance. Throughout the action, Lance Corporal Baird displayed conspicuous gallantry, composure and superior leadership under fire. He was personally responsible for killing several enemy combatants during the clearance, ensuring the momentum of the assault was maintained, and undoubtedly preventing further members of his section from becoming casualties. His performance and his actions were of the highest order and were in the finest traditions of the Australian Army and the Australian Defence Force.
Posted on: Mon, 24 Jun 2013 05:46:54 +0000
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