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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.
RIGOLD, 2/Lieutenant Ernest Edward ... ... ... Sand Siege Battery R.G.A.
NOPPE HALTE, 20th April, 1916. For conspicuous gallantry. When the cartridge
store became ignited during a bombardment he went out under fire with two
gunners and put the fire out. They were in great danger from an explosion.