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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.
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- former cadet.
Bird, Maj. Christopher St. John, R.E. : B.Sc, City & Guilds College * Salonika :
M.C. ; mentioned in despatches (twice).
MILITARY CROSS :
BIRD, Temp. Lt. (Actg. Capt.) Christopher St. John, R.E. ? For distinguished
service in connection with military operations in Salonika. — Gazette, 3 June
1918.
MENTIONED IN DESPATCHES.
The following officers have been mentioned in Despatches for distinguished and
gallant services and devotion to duty : —
BIRD, Temp. Lt. (Actg. Maj.) Christopher St. John, M.C, R.E. ? Milne's
Despatches of 25 October 1917 and 9 March 1919.