Basic Details Surname Dawson Forenames William Edgar Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename William Edgar War First World War (1914-1918) Served or died Died Primary Service As stated on memorial Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) Bombr. Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) British Army Unit (Primary - Our reference) Royal Field Artillery Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Bombardier Death and Burial details Year of death 1917 Month of death September Day of death 24 Age at death 28 Manner of death as stated Died Ypres Belgium