Basic Details Surname Dowland Forenames J N Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename John Noel War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Died Honours George Cross Primary Service Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Air Force/ Royal Flying Corps Unit (Primary - Our reference) 69 Squadron Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Wing Commander Death and Burial details Country of death Malta Country of burial Malta Town of burial Rinella Cemetery Cappucini Naval Cemetery Year of death 1942 Month of death January Day of death 13 Age at death 27