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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.
REYNOLDS, Capt. Harry Norman ... ... ... ... 7/Royal Warwick
St. JULIEN, 27th August, 1917. He led his company in an attack, and assisted in
taking an enemy stronghold. Later he reorganised the remnants of his company and
rushed a block-house, capturing the garrison. He showed great personal courage,
and by his example encouraged his men.
BAR TO M.C.
ASIAGO PLATEAU, ITALY, 15/16 June, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion
to duty when the enemy had broken through. He pushed forward, stopping their
advance, and, driving them back, capturing a machine gun and holding positions
all night under intense machine-gun fire. Next day he again drove them back,
capturing three machine guns and many prisoners, following them as far as their
own lines. He did splendid work.