Basic Details Surname Hobson Forenames D H Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename Duncan War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Died Notes Additional information provided by the college website (see references). He died aboard the SS Aguila when it was torpedoed in a convoy off S W Ireland. Primary Service Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Air Force/ Royal Flying Corps Unit (Primary - Our reference) Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Pilot Officer Death and Burial details Year of death 1941 Month of death August Age at death 27 Manner of death reference Killed in Action