Basic Details Surname Bell Forenames H B Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename Hugh War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Died Notes Additional information provided by the college website (see references). He served as a navigator/wireless operator with 264 Squadron Fighter Command and died flying in a Mosquito from RAF Colerne. Primary Service Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Air Force/ Royal Flying Corps Unit (Primary - Our reference) Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Pilot Officer Death and Burial details Year of death 1943 Month of death January Age at death 21 Manner of death reference Killed in Action