What does the cross with four dots symbol signify, please?

[SmallTownGirl]

Hi

This is an extract from a WW2 medal roll and I'm wondering what this symbol means next to five of the names on the list.

Any ideas, please?

Thanks
STG

[Treetotal]

Here is an explanation. I hope it helps.
Carol

[manukarik]

The cross-like symbol (often an "X" or a cross with dots in the angles) on a WWI Medal Index Card (MIC) is a clerical reference mark used to link specific service details to the medals being issued.

It does not indicate a gallantry award like the Military Cross or Distinguished Conduct Medal, though this is a common misconception.

What the symbol indicates:
Correct Inscription Details: It tells the engraver (clerk) which specific rank and unit to stamp onto the rim of a particular medal.
Multiple Units/Ranks: These marks typically appear when a soldier served in multiple regiments or held different ranks during the war.
Cross-Referencing: The symbol links a medal (like the 1914-15 Star) to the specific line of text on the card that contains the qualification details for that award.
First Unit Served Abroad: For the British War and Victory Medals, the details inscribed are usually those of the first unit the soldier served with in a "theatre of war".

Common Variants:
Simple X: Often used to mark the unit details for the British War and Victory Medals.
Cross with 4 Dots: A more specific reference mark used in manuscript documents to tie multiple entries together clearly.

[SmallTownGirl]

Thanks both, but the info you've provided only mentions WW1, whereas the record I'm asking about relates to WW2.  So, does the same apply to WW2 too, please?

Also, as WW2 medals weren't engraved/stamped, I'm not sure that bit would apply anyway. 

STG