Basic Details Surname Watson Forenames John W Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename John William War First World War (1914-1918) Served or died Died Notes Hornshaw and Fowler provide the extra detail. He was originally from Scarborough and is also commemorated on the Arras Memorial. Primary Service Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) British Army Unit (Primary - Our reference) The Duke of Wellington's (West Riding Regiment) Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Private Death and Burial details Country of death France Town of death Arras Year of death 1917 Month of death May Day of death 3 Manner of death as stated Not stated on this memorial Manner of death reference Killed in Action