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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.
HICKSON, Capt. Reginald Davies ... ... ... ... ... 9/Essex
ARRAS, 23rd March, 1917. With great coolness and a total disregard for danger he
went forward under very heavy fire, and personally superintended the withdrawal
of his advanced parties at a most critical time.