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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.
THOMSON, Lieut. George Gordon ... ... ... ... 3/Gloucester
Near MORLANCOURT, 8th August, 1918. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to
duty during an attack. As battalion signalling officer he kept up communication
with companies, on one occasion repairing the wire under intense shell fire.
When the adjutant became a casualty he assumed his duties, and it was largely
due to his energy and fine example that the troops were quickly reorganised and
the line firmly established.