Medal & Mortality index
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.
Brennan, Capt. Charles Michael, R.E. : Northampton Polytechnic ? M.C. ; Croix de
Guerre (French).
MILITARY CROSS :
BRENNAN, Temp. Lt. Charles Michael, R.E. ? For conspicuous gallantry in action.
He controlled the communications of his brigade section during the operations
with great courage and skill. He has on many occasions done fine work. —
Gazette, 21 December 1916.
Croix de Guerre.
BRENNAN, Temp. Lt. (Actg. Capt.) Charles Michael, M.C, R.E. — Gazette, 18 April
1918.