Basic Details Surname Mathias Forenames William M Gender Male Information stated on memorial War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Died Primary Service As stated on memorial Service (Primary - Stated) Air Force Unit (Primary - Stated) 8th USAAF Sub-unit (Primary - Stated) HQ 353rd Fighter Group Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) 1st LT Our References Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) First Lieutenant Death and Burial details Year of death 1943 Month of death June Day of death 29