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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.
ELLIOTT, Lieut. Ernest Edward ... ... ... 9/Royal West Surrey
HAMEL, 26th to 28th March, 1918. During three days' operations, he carried out a
valuable reconnaissance under direct machine-gun fire. Though twice wounded he
refused to withdraw, but remained with his men and continued to render valuable
service until the battalion was relieved. His coolness under fire was a splendid
example to his men.