Basic Details Surname Lake Forenames Eric William Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename E. W. War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Died Notes BBC Occupation: Shorthand Typist, London Primary Service As stated on memorial Unit (Primary - Stated) Royal Air Force Sub-unit (Primary - Stated) Not stated on the memorial Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) Leading Aircraftsman Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Air Force/ Royal Flying Corps Unit (Primary - Our reference) Royal Field Artillery Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Leading Aircraftman/Airman