Basic Details Surname Shipley Forenames William 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) Gunner Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) British Army Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Gunner Death and Burial details Year of death 1917 Month of death September Day of death 30 Manner of death as stated Killed in action Manner of death reference Killed in Action