Basic Details Surname Burns Forenames James Meek Gender Male Information stated on memorial War First World War (1914-1918) Served or died Died Primary Service As stated on memorial Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) Sgt Our References Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Sergeant Death and Burial details Country of death France Year of death 1915 Month of death May Day of death 9 Age at death 32 Manner of death as stated Killed in action at Aubers Ridge Manner of death reference Killed in Action