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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.
REDLER, 2/Lieutenant Harold Bolton ... ... ... ... ... R.A.F.
HAM, 23rd March, 1918. He encountered four enemy two-seater machines, and
attacking the lowest drove it to the ground with its engine damaged. Later, he
attacked one of five enemy two-seater machines, and drove it down out of
control. He has destroyed in all three enemy machines and driven three others
down out of control. He continually attacked enemy troops and transport from a
low altitude during operations, and showed splendid qualities of courage and
determination throughout.