Medal & Mortality index
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.
MORROW, 2/Lieutenant Frederick ... .. ... ... ... ... R.E.
BIHECOURT, 21st March, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty in
charge of a cable burying party, when he helped to man a most important redoubt.
Although gassed early in the morning he remained in charge of a mixed party of
R.E. and infantry throughout the day, fighting until relieved. Returning from
hospital as early as possible he continued doing most valuable work in laying
cable lines.