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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.
LAING, 2/Lieutenant Ivan ... ... ... ... ... Coldstream Guards
Near GINCHY, 15/16 September, 1916. When he was the only officer left in his
company, he reorganised his men, rushed forward through a heavy barrage, and
remained out securing the front till ordered to withdraw.