Basic Details Surname Matthews Forenames W Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename William War First World War (1914-1918) Served or died Died Primary Service As stated on memorial Unit (Primary - Stated) W. Yorks Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) Pte Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) British Army Unit (Primary - Our reference) The Prince of Wales's Own (West Yorkshire Regiment) Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Private Death and Burial details Year of death 1917 Month of death October Day of death 9