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.
RICH, Capt. Cecil Olvar ... ... ... ... 1/Wilts
NEAR PLOEGSTEERT, 17th February, 1917. He continually carried out daring patrols
of the enemy's wire, and the success of a raiding party was largely due to his
information.
BAR TO M.C.
MARCOING. 20th November, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty.
He led his tanks into action with great skill and coolness, After he had
advanced some distance a masked field battery opened fire at about 100 yards
range. Though one tank was put out of action, and he was severely wounded, he
effectively silenced the battery, and enabled the infantry to continue the
advance. He set a splendid example to all ranks.