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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.
GRIFFITH-JONES, Lieut. William Lionel Phillips ... ... 3/Durham L.I.
POTYZE, 14/15 March, 1916. For conspicuous gallantry. He took part in a raid on
the enemy's trenches, and was the first man to enter them. He shot the sentry
and set a fine example of coolness.