Basic Details Surname Holmes Forenames William Gender Male Information stated on memorial War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Served Primary Service As stated on memorial Service (Primary - Stated) Royal Air Force Unit (Primary - Stated) 5 Squadron Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Air Force/ Royal Flying Corps Unit (Primary - Our reference) 5 Squadron Death and Burial details Year of death 1973 Month of death July Day of death 12