Basic Details Surname Brown Forenames A H Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename Anthony War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Died Notes Additional information provided by the college website (see references). He died whilst on board the mine-laying cruiser HMS Abdiel which was sunk off Taranto, Italy. Primary Service Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Navy Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Lieutenant Commander (E) Death and Burial details Year of death 1943 Month of death September Age at death 40 Manner of death reference Killed in Action