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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.
WAKELY, 2/Lieutenant Arthur Day ... ... ... ... 2/South Lancashire
WYTSCHAETE RIDGE, 7th June, 1917. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty
in commanding his company after his company commander was wounded, and
enveloping and capturing two enemy machine guns which were holding up our
advance. He afterwards went forward through a barrage and captured seven
prisoners in a dug-out. He then reorganised his company, which was mixed up with
other troops, and pushed forward, showing fine judgment and leadership
throughout.