Basic Details Surname Murphy Forenames John Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename John Henry War First World War (1914-1918) Served or died Died Notes Hornshaw and Fowler (see References) provide the extra details. He worked for the local council before he enlisted in September 1914 and is also listed on IWM 2689. 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 Fricourt, Somme Cemetery Not Stated on Memorial Year of death 1916 Month of death July Day of death 7 Age at death 28 Manner of death as stated Not Stated on Memorial Manner of death reference Killed in Action Personal Details Occupation Not Stated on Memorial