Basic Details Surname Thomson Forenames William L Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename William Leith War First World War (1914-1918) Served or died Died Primary Service Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) British Army Unit (Primary - Our reference) Royal Scots Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Private Death and Burial details Year of death 1916 Month of death October Day of death 12 Age at death 27 Manner of death as stated Fell in action Manner of death reference Killed in Action