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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.
GOLDSBURY, 2/Lieutenant Charles Melville ... ... ... 7/London
Near HOLLEBEKE, 9/10 July, 1917. When in command of a raid, he was the first to
reach the farm which was the objective, and in spite of enemy barrage and heavy
rifle fire dashed on ahead and bombed the place, setting it on fire and
capturing 10 prisoners. He was severely wounded whilst returning, having
remained behind in the burning building to search for a trench mortar. The
success of the enterprise was entirely due to his splendid example of
fearlessness and personal leading.