Basic Details Surname Henderson Forenames W J Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename William John War First World War (1914-1918) Served or died Died Honours Mentioned in Despatches, Military Cross Notes He had been educated Dulwich College but was never able to take up his place at Corpus as he enlisted on 8 October 1914. He is also commemorated on the Thiepval memorial. Primary Service As stated on memorial Service (Primary - Stated) Army (British) Unit (Primary - Stated) Loyal R Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) Capt Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) British Army Unit (Primary - Our reference) The Loyal North Lancashire Regiment Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Captain Death and Burial details Country of death France Town of death Somme Year of death 1916 Month of death July Day of death 6 Age at death 20 Manner of death as stated Unknown Manner of death reference Killed in Action