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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.
WILLIAMS, Capt. Noel Victor ... ... ... 62/Machine Gun Corps
VAULX VRADCOORT, 24th to 31st August, 1918. When temporarily in command of his
company he was called upon, at short notice, to draw up a plan of action for
launching his company to an attack. He carried out his task with conspicuous
ability, and after the objective had been gained, he made a personal
reconnaissance of the guns, under heavy shell and machine-gun fire,
co-ordinating their dispositions so as to meet the tactical requirements of the
situation. His courage and energy set a splendid example to all ranks.