Basic Details Surname Simpson Forenames Alexander Gender Male Information stated on memorial War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Died Primary Service As stated on memorial Service (Primary - Stated) C.M. Forces Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) British Army Unit (Primary - Our reference) The Black Watch (Royal Highlanders) Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Private Death and Burial details Country of death Italy Year of death 1944 Month of death July Day of death 29 Age at death 24 Manner of death as stated Killed in action Manner of death reference Killed in Action