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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.
HEWITT, 2/Lieutenant Arthur Edgar ... ... ... ... 22/London (T.M.B.)
YPRES, 10th June, 1917. On several occasions he has rendered most invaluable
assistance to the attacking infantry, personally reconnoitring forward positions
and establishing his guns where they could co-operate with the greatest effect.
His pluck and energy under fire have always been most marked.