Basic Details Surname Jessop Forenames George Henry Gender Male Information stated on memorial War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Died Primary Service As stated on memorial Unit (Primary - Stated) Merchant Navy Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Merchant Navy Death and Burial details Year of death 1942 Month of death October Day of death 15 Age at death 19 Manner of death as stated Lost at sea by enemy action