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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.
BLANCHARD, 2/Lieutenant Henry Claude Allan ... ... ... ... 1/ Artists
Near WESTROOSETEKE RIDGE, 30/31 October, 1917. When owing to casualties the
command of the company devolved upon him he remained at his post for six hours
after he was severely wounded, and although in great pain established
communication with the company in support and refused to leave until
reinforcements arrived.