Basic Details Surname Matheson Forenames Alexander 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) SPR Our References Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Sapper Death and Burial details Country of death France Year of death 1917 Month of death August Day of death 3 Age at death 22 Manner of death as stated Died of wounds Manner of death reference Died of Wounds