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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.
FRYER, 2/Lieutenant Thomas James Harold ... ... ... ... K.R.R.C.
PLOEGSTEERT WOOD, 12/13 July, 1916. For conspicuous gallantry during a raid on
the enemy's trenches. He dragged a wounded man from the enemy's wire to safety,
and assisted others to get under cover. He crossed "No Man's Land " three times
under heavy fire while carrying out his gallant work.