Basic Details Surname James Forenames B A Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename Jimmy War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Served Honours M. C. Notes A veteran of 12 POW escape attempts 1940 - 1945 Primary Service As stated on memorial Unit (Primary - Stated) R. A. F. Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) Sqd Ldr Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Air Force/ Royal Flying Corps Unit (Primary - Our reference) Royal Field Artillery Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Squadron Leader