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.
SELIGSOHN, 2/Lieutenant Heinrich Leon ... ... ... ... ... 3/London
NOREUIL, 22nd March, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty.
Having brought up a party of men from the transport lines he took up a line in
front of a village, where he was attacked in great force. He held out for many
hours, but was finally driven back. He rallied his men on the other side of the
village, and with the greatest dash and determination led a charge through the
village and recaptured the line, thereby undoubtedly saving a very serious
situation.
BAR TO M.C.
Near CHIPILLY, 8th August, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry in action. With a
small party of headquarter details he attacked the enemy in a wood, killing and
making prisoners of several, and capturing many machine guns. His splendid
example, until he was seriously wounded and unable to carry on, had a most
inspiring effect on all ranks.