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.
PULLINGER, 2/Lieutenant Charles Edward ... ... ... ... ... 7/K.R.R.C.
WANCOURT, 10th April, 1917. He took command of the company at a very critical
time, although he himself was wounded. In the face of heavy fire of all kinds he
collected and reorganised the company, and successfully consolidated his
position.