Basic Details Surname Gibson Forenames William Gender Male Information stated on memorial War First World War (1914-1918) Served or died Died Primary Service Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Merchant Navy Unit (Primary - Our reference) SS Sycamore Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Fireman and Trimmer Death and Burial details Year of death 1917 Month of death August Day of death 25 Age at death 35 Manner of death as stated Lost at sea