Basic Details Surname Nicholson Forenames James William Gender Male Information stated on memorial War First World War (1914-1918) Served or died Died Notes BLOWN UP ON PILOT CUTTER PROTECTOR Primary Service As stated on memorial Service (Primary - Stated) Merchant Marine Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Merchant Navy Death and Burial details Year of death 1916 Month of death December Day of death 31 Manner of death as stated LOST AT SEA Manner of death reference Killed in Action Personal Details Address 27 STORMONT STREET