Basic Details Surname Shaw Forenames William Thomas 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) Captain Our References Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Captain Death and Burial details Year of death 1917 Month of death November Day of death 19 Age at death 54 Manner of death as stated Drowned at Sea