Medal & Mortality index
The Military Cross was instituted as a Decoration on December 28th, 1914, to
reward Distinguished Services rendered by Officers of certain ranks in the army
in time of war. Bars may be added for additional acts of gallantry. Since August
1st, 1918, it has, like the D.S.O., been awarded for "services in action" only.
BARE, Capt. Alfred Raymond ... ... ... ... 1/Loyal North Lancashire
Awarded 3rd June 1917.
The Distinguished Service Order was instituted by Queen Victoria, September
6th, 1886. May be conferred on Commissioned Officers who have been
specially mentioned in despatches for meritorious or distinguished service in
the field or before the enemy. Bars may be added for additional acts of
gallantry. Since August 1st, 1918, this Order has been awarded in respect of
active service for "services in action " only, i.e., for service under fire or
for distinguished individual service in connection with air-raids, bombardments
or other enemy action.
BARE, Capt. Alfred Raymond, M.C. ; 1/2 Loyal North Lancashire
GIVENCHY, 18th April, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty.
Under cover of a heavy barrage the enemy attacked, very quickly surrounding a
strong point, where this officer had his company headquarters and one platoon.
In face of superior numbers he put up a stout resistance until forced to retire
on to another strong point, where the position was very critical, the officer in
charge having been killed. He took command, and after a stiff fight, drove back
the enemy. He was twice wounded during the fight. [1296