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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.
DE LANDRE-GROGAN, Lieut. Leon Victor St. Patrick ... ... 1(5) York & Lancaster
Near GAVRELLE (N. of ARRAS) on the night of September 22/23, 1918. For
conspicuous gallantry and good leadership during a successful minor operation.
He led his platoon against an enemy trench and successfully cleared it and
carried out consolidation. The following night the enemy counter-attacked in
force but were driven off with loss. The success of the operation was greatly
due to his able leadership and fine example to his men.