Basic Details Surname Thomas Forenames James Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename Willie War First World War (1914-1918) Served or died Died Service number 2104D Primary Service As stated on memorial Unit (Primary - Stated) ROYAL NAVY Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) Seaman Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Navy Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Seaman Death and Burial details Year of death 1915 Month of death May Day of death 13 Age at death 36 Manner of death as stated Lost at sea through enemy action