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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.
GARRARD, 2/Lieutenant Cyril Proctor ... ... ... ... ... R.E.
LOCRE, 21st August, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty when in
charge of a section working on tracks immediately behind the assaulting
infantry. In spite of heavy fire he kept in touch with the situation by constant
personal reconnaissance, and thus enabled the work to be pushed forward rapidly
with small loss. His party was instrumental in capturing seven prisoners.