Basic Details Surname Batchelor Forenames J A Gender Male Information stated on memorial War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Died Primary Service As stated on memorial Service (Primary - Stated) Merchant Navy Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) Radio Officer Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Merchant Navy Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Radio Officer Death and Burial details Year of death 1942 Month of death March Day of death 24 Age at death 17 Manner of death as stated Lost at sea through enemy action Manner of death reference Killed in Action