Basic Details Surname Hamilton Forenames William Gender Male Information stated on memorial War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Died Primary Service Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Navy Unit (Primary - Our reference) HMS Laforey Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Stoker 1st Class Death and Burial details Year of death 1944 Month of death March Day of death 30 Age at death 32 Manner of death as stated Lost at sea Manner of death reference Killed in Action