Basic Details
Surname
Goodwin
Forenames
W J
Gender
Male
Information stated on memorial
Alternative forename
William James
Served or died
Died
Notes
As he was the only Sapper with this surname and initials to die in WW1, CWGC suggests he was William James and the RM stood for Royal Monmouthshire (Royal Engineers). He is said to be buried in the Ganarew churchyard.
Primary Service
As stated on memorial
Service (Primary - Stated)
Army
Unit (Primary - Stated)
RMRE
Rank / Title (Primary - Stated)
Sapper
Our References
Service (Primary - Our reference)
Unit (Primary - Our reference)
Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference)
Death and Burial details
Manner of death as stated
Unknown