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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.
BARNETT, Lieut. Raimond Austin ... ... ... ... ... 1 /Artists
S. of MARCOING, 30th December, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to
duty. He led a bombing party with great determination and drove back the enemy,
who were occupying part of our lines. He inflicted heavy casualties on the enemy
and re-established the position.