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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.
CROWTHER, Lieut. John Edward Marmaduke ... ... ... 11/East Surrey
SENSES VALLEY, 23rd March, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty.
This officer in command of a company was ordered to reconnoitre a village, and
subsequently his company led the attack. During the whole time he was fearlessly
exposing himself under intense shell .and machine-gun fire, and he fell wounded
when directing and encouraging his platoons which were held up by enemy strong
points. Although badly wounded, he gave full directions to the nearest officer
before allowing himself to be taken to the dressing station.