Basic Details Surname King Forenames Frederick Harry Gender Male Information stated on memorial War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Died Honours Distinguished Flying Medal Notes Attended Stamford School 1926 - 1930: he was decorated for Gallantry at Dunkirk and was 'One of the Few' Primary Service As stated on memorial Service (Primary - Stated) Air Force (British) Unit (Primary - Stated) R.A.F. Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) Pilot Officer Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Air Force/ Royal Flying Corps Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Pilot Officer Death and Burial details Country of death over the English Channel Year of death 1940 Month of death August Day of death 24 Manner of death as stated Killed in action Manner of death reference Killed in Action