Medal & Mortality index
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.
DUNKERTON, Lieut. Edmund Lloyd Hain ... ... ... 5/York & Lancaster
BOURLON WOOD, 27th November, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to
duty.
He led his platoon against a village under heavy fire. After his company
commander had been wounded, he took command of the company, and three times went
through a heavy barrage to reorganise his men. When the line had given way, he
led his men forward again and saved a critical situation. He set a splendid
example of determination and resource.
BAR TO M.C.
STEENWERCK, 11th April, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He
led his company in a successful attack on houses filled with enemy snipers and
machine guns. Having gained his objective, he took charge of and successfully
led another company who had lost all their officers. By his fine example of
courage and good leadership he contributed largely to the success of the attack.