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.
RUNDELL, Capt. Leslie Eric ... ... ... ... ... 7/London
Loos, 14th February, 1916. For conspicuous gallantry. When the enemy exploded a
mine, destroying a portion of our trench, his prompt initiative and disregard of
personal danger under heavy fire enabled the near edge of the crater to be
seized and consolidated.
BAR TO M.C.
VIMY RIDGE, 21st May, 1916. For conspicuous gallantry and ability during an
enemy attack. He dealt most resolutely with a situation which for a while-was
very precarious.