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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.
SMITH, Lieut. Arthur Wedgwood Gifford ... ... ... ... 7(2)Bedford
PREUX AU Bois, 4th November, 1918. During the attack, while acting as battalion
intelligence officer he showed great skill in marking out the route for the
approach march and getting the battalion into position on a very dark night.
Subsequently, when the situation was obscure, he went forward under heavy fire,
and got in touch with all the companies, and established a report centre
practically in the front line, sending back information which was invaluable in
dealing with enemy strong points.