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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.
JOHNSTONE, Lieut. Robert ... ... ... 4/London (R.F.C.)
Near LE TRANSLOY, 17th October, 1916. For conspicuous gallantry in action. He
has shown marked courage and initiative in turning our artillery on to columns
of enemy infantry. On one occasion he carried out counter battery work in cloud
and mist at 800 feet under heavy fire from the ground.