She was awarded an OBE in the 1919 New Year Honours for her service .
It opened in 1915 and Cliff was appointed its commandant , that is , officer in charge , a position she held throughout the war .
commandant was awarded an OBE in the 1919 New Year Honours for commandant 's service .
It opened in 1915 and Cliff was appointed its commandant , that is , officer in charge , a position she held throughout the war .