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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.
SCUDAMORE, 2/Lieutenant Charles Greenwich ... ... ... ... 7/London
HENINEL, 13th April, 1917. Although wounded he continued to lead his men, and
gave directions for the holding of the captured positions, and returned to hand
in his report before having his wound attended. He set a fine example
throughout.