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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.
CLASS, Lieut. Herbert Rudolph ... ... 5; Royal Warwick
MOATED GRANGE, 1st July, 1916. For conspicuous gallantry. Throughout an intense
bombardment, which wrecked the defences, he moved about with utter contempt of
danger, encouraging his men. He materially assisted in reorganising the defences
and in repelling the enemy's infantry.