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.
FARRIMOND, 2/Lieutenant William ... ... ... ... ... 15/Royal Warwick
W. of MERVILLE, 19/20 July, 1918. He brilliantly executed a raid on the enemy's
trenches, his party killing every one of the enemy they met, and he himself
accounting for some. He showed great determination and skill, and his daring
inspired his party with the utmost confidence.