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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.
BLACK, Lieut. James ... .. ... ... ... ... Irish Guards
BROOMBEKE, 7th to 10th October, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to
duty as Adjutant during three days' operations. When the trenches of one of the
support companies were being blown to pieces he went from battalion headquarters
and led the company forward into a new position.