Basic Details Surname Mountbatten Forenames Earl Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative surname Earl Mountbatten of Burma War Northern Ireland Conflict; The Troubles (1969-1998) Served or died Died Honours Earl Mountbatten of Burma Primary Service As stated on memorial Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) Admiral of the Fleet Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Navy Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Admiral of the Fleet Death and Burial details Year of death 1979