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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.
OSWALD, Lieut. Harold Robert ... ... ... ... ... 4(13) Welch
N. of LE GATEAU, 19th to 21st October, 1918. For great gallantry aud initiative
before and during the attack. He was indefatigable on the 19/20 October in
carrying out reconnaissances across the RIVER SELLE in face of the enemy, who
was holding positions on the east bank in great strength. During the attack he
rushed an enemy machine gun with a few men whom he collected, killing the crew
and capturing the gun.