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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.
LISTER, 2/Lieutenant Alfred Walton ... ... ... ... ... R.F.A.
FLEURBAIX, 9th April, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. When
the battery position was being heavily shelled he helped to keep up the fire of
his battery by running from one gun to another, passing orders. When the order
was given to limber up he helped with the teams so that the guns were got away
under shell and machine-gun fire. He worked day and night when he and another
officer were the only two left with the battery, inspiring all ranks to do their
utmost.