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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.
BARON, 2/Lieutenant Frank Oseland ... ... 4/South Lancashire ( /London)
NEUVILLE VITASSE, 7/8 April, 1917. When in command of a patrol he penetrated the
enemy's front line and brought back valuable information, owing to which a
serious obstacle to the advance was greatly diminished.