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.
GIBBONS, Capt. James FitzGeorge ... ... ... ... 2/Notts & Derby
GINCHY, 13th September, 1916. He reconnoitred the position under very heavy
fire.
Later he organised and most gallantly led his company in an attack. He was
severely wounded.