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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.
MOORE, Capt. John Leslie Mackenzie ... ... ... ... R.E.
ARRAS BOISIEUX, 21st March, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty
in maintaining the railway service under heavy shell fire. By his action the
withdrawal of railway artillery was carried out, and all supplies evacuated.