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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.
BROWN, Capt. Harold Gladstone ... ... ... ... 8/ York & Lancaster
E. of YPRES, 18th September. 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to
duty when in command of a raiding party. He led his party against an enemy
strong point, and was the first to enter it, shooting two of the enemy with his
revolver and bayonetting a third.
Though under fire from another strong point he very coolly made a careful
reconnaissance of both positions, and brought back valuable information. He set
a magnificent example of coolness under fire to his men, and it was largely due
to his initiative and energy that the operations were successful.