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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.
MORTON, Lieut. William Cattell ... ... ... 3rd London Brigade R.F.A.
Near LINDENHOEK, 1st June, 1917. Assisted by two of his men, he showed the
greatest promptness and courage under heavy shell fire in extinguishing serious
fires amongst the ammunition of his battery. He also displayed great gallantry
and resource in attending to a wounded man under fire, getting him to a place of
safety.