Basic Details Surname O'Donovan Forenames Edmond Gender Male Information stated on memorial War Egypt and the Sudan (1882-1899) Served or died Died Notes Daily News Primary Service As stated on memorial Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) War correspondent Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Civilian Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) War Correspondent Death and Burial details Country of death Sudan Town of death Kasigil Year of death 1885 Month of death November