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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.
NEWLAND, Lieut. Arthur Mansfield ... ... ... Coldstream Guards
PILCKEN RIDGE, 31st July, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty.
When his company commander was killed he took command and led his men to their
objective with the greatest gallantry and skill, afterwards organising his
defence under heavy machine-gun fire, with complete disregard of his own
personal safety, setting a splendid example to all ranks.