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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.
THOMAS, Lieut. Robert William ... ... ... ... ... 7/London
Near BOURLON WOOD, 2/3 December, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to
duty during a night attack. All the other officers of the company were wounded,
and owing to darkness and heavy hostile fire entrenching became a matter of
great difficulty. He displayed great skill and coolness in establishing
communication with the troops on either flank and getting his men well dug in
before daylight.