 Stewart served at Gallipoli and received a head wound during the fighting at Quinn 's Post in June 1915 but , despite this , remained in the frontlines . He was promoted to captain in August , and to major two months later . He was recommended for the Military Cross for his action at Quinn 's Post and this was duly gazetted following the withdrawal of the Allies from Gallipoli . He was also awarded the French Croix de guerre for his " distinguished services rendered during the course of the campaign " . 
