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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.
University of London Officers Training Corps index
- former cadet.
Baker, Capt. Reginald James, R. Fus. : King's College ? F. : M.C. ; mentioned in
despatches.
MENTIONED IN DESPATCHES.
The following officers have been mentioned in Despatches for distinguished and
gallant services and devotion to duty : —
BAKER, Temp. Lt. (Actg, Capt.) Reginald James, 10th (S.) Bn., R. Fus. ? Haig's
Despatch of 8 November 1918.
MILITARY CROSS :
BAKER, Temp. Lt, (Actg, Capt.) Reginald James, 10th Bn., R. Fua. ? For
distinguished service in connection with military operations in France and
Flanders. — Gazette, 3 June 1919.