Basic Details Surname Arnold Forenames Derek 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) R.N. Unit (Primary - Stated) HMS Gossamer Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) E.R.A.4 Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Navy Unit (Primary - Our reference) HMS Gossamer Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Engine Room Artificer 4th Class Death and Burial details Country of death Arctic Waters Year of death 1942 Month of death June Day of death 24 Manner of death as stated Killed by Enemy Action in Arctic Waters Manner of death reference Killed in Action