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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.
CUNNINGHAM, 2/Lieutenant James Joseph Ignatius ... ... ... 12/London
NEUVILLE VITASSE, 9th April, 1917. His company being held up by thick wire and
fired on by an enemy machine gun, he led his platoon and broke through the wire
into the enemy trench, where he attacked and dispersed the machine-gun team. His
prompt action saved many casualties.