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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.
EDWARDS, 2/Lieutenant Griffith Oliver ... ... ... 3/Northumberland Fusiliers
HILL 60 Sector, 7/8 June, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty
in commanding two platoons during an attack. His coolness and cheerfulness under
heavy shell fire steadied his men, and later, when sent up to reinforce, he did
so with great promptness and exactitude.