LAST, Capt. Ernest Reginald M.C.

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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.

LAST, Capt. Ernest Reginald ... ... ... ... ... 1/Liverpool

VIMY RIDGE, 1/2 June, 1916. For conspicuous gallantry. He organised an assault on the enemy's trenches, and displayed great coolness and an utter disregard of personal danger during the operation, which was carried out under a heavy hostile bombardment.