With the Machine Gunners in France and Palestine
Major R. D. Hardie
Major R. D. Hardie.
For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. Although wounded in the eye during an advance, he led his men through a heavy barrage into their positions, and continued with great skill and courage to direct the fire of his guns, remaining with them throughout the action, although he had every reason to suppose he had lost an eye. By his devotion to duty he set a splendid example to his men.