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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.
HOLDAWAY, Lieut. Neville Aldridge ... ... ... ... 8/Manchester
ABLAINZEVILLE, 27th March, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty.
When this officer observed that the officer in charge of an important advanced
post had become a casualty, he immediately went up through a heavy barrage and
took command. He organised and controlled the fire of the garrison with such
effect that the enemy began to waver, so he promptly advanced, inflicting severe
casualties; but, finding them too numerous, he withdrew, after ascertaining
their dispositions. His courage and coolness throughout the whole operations
were very marked.