Basic Details Surname Reid Forenames William G Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename William George War Military Service Served or died Died Notes Four died in crash. Plane was an Avro Anson. Part of No. 269 Reconnaissance Squadron, stationed at Abbotsinch, Paisley. Primary Service As stated on memorial Unit (Primary - Stated) R.A.F. Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Air Force/ Royal Flying Corps Unit (Primary - Our reference) Royal Field Artillery Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Aircraftman/Airman 1st Class Death and Burial details Year of death 1939 Month of death March Day of death 18 Age at death 19 Manner of death as stated Aeroplane crash near Campsie Glen, Glasgow Manner of death reference Other