Basic Details Surname Horner Forenames William Frith Gender Male Information stated on memorial War First World War (1914-1918) Served or died Died Honours D.S.C Notes Drowned at sea whilst undertaking a hazardous night flight during the Great War. Primary Service As stated on memorial Service (Primary - Stated) Navy (Royal Navy) Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) Lieutenant Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Navy Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Lieutenant Death and Burial details Year of death 1917 Month of death December Day of death 21 Age at death 22 Manner of death as stated Drowned At Sea