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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.
DAVIS, 2/Lieutenant Thomas Henry Clifford ... ... ... ...R.F.A.
SAVERNAKE WOOD, 18th September, 1916. When his O.P. was blown in and himself
wounded he remained and dressed a severely-wounded telephonist and brought him
in. On another occasion he sent back valuable information and carried out a
daring reconnaissance.
BAR TO M.C.
DEMICOURT, 22nd November, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty.
Whilst reconnoitring a position for a forward observation post, accompanied only
by an orderly, he encountered a party of sixteen of the enemy, all of whom he
brought into our lines as prisoners. He continually showed the greatest
gallantry and enterprise.