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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.
PRATT, Capt. Harold Douglas ... ... ... ... ... 2/London
Near CROISILLES, 27th August, 1918. He carried out a reconnaissance on the flank
of the battalion with great skill, and obtained such successful results that,
owing to his information, the artillery were able to concentrate on a large body
of enemy who were assembling for a counter-attack, and dispersed them with very
heavy loss. He was later on wounded in three places by the explosion of a shell
as he was attacking a machine gun that was causing casualties. His gallantry and
ability were conspicuous and he rendered most valuable service.