Basic Details Surname Nicholson Forenames Alexander Gender Male Information stated on memorial War First World War (1914-1918) Served or died Died Primary Service As stated on memorial Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) Wireless Operator Our References Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Wireless Operator Death and Burial details Year of death 1917 Month of death August Day of death 21 Age at death 27 Manner of death as stated Accidentally drowned Manner of death reference Other