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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.
HOAL, 2/Lieutenant Edward Garner ... ... ... ... 8/ Manchester
ABRAHAM HEIGHTS, 6th to 11th October, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and
devotion to duty when in command of his company after the company commander had
been wounded.
He acted as guide to another company which had to take up a new position under
heavy shell fire.