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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.
LUCAS, 2/Lieutenant Clifford James ... ... ... ... 7(i7)London
E. of WULVERGHEM, 28th September, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion
to duty.
Previous to the assault he had led daring reconnaissances of two craters, and in
the assault, with the knowledge gained, he led his platoon round the first,
killing the garrison, and then rushed the second. The same night he drove out
nest after nest of machine-guns with his platoon, his energetic leadership
inspiring his men with great confidence.