Basic Details Surname Patterson Forenames John W Gender Male Information stated on memorial War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Died Honours DFC Primary Service As stated on memorial Unit (Primary - Stated) RAFVR Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) FO Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Air Force/ Royal Flying Corps Unit (Primary - Our reference) Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Flying Officer Death and Burial details Age at death 24