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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.
GIBSON, Lieut. Archibald ... ... 2/Royal Scots Fusiliers
LEDEGHEM, 14th October, 1918. During the advance he was conspicuous for his
initiative and contempt of danger. His company was in support, and on seeing the
front company held up by heavy machine-gun fire he personally reconnoitred the
ground and then pushed a platoon round the flank which captured the position and
thus allowed the flank to advance. After taking the final objective he went
forward under machine-gun fire and sniping, got in touch with his flanks, and
selected the best positions for his men.