Basic Details Surname Barton Forenames William Gender Male Information stated on memorial War First World War (1914-1918) Served or died Died Primary Service As stated on memorial Service (Primary - Stated) Royal Navy Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Navy Death and Burial details Year of death 1916 Month of death May Day of death 31 Age at death 45 Manner of death as stated Killed in Action Manner of death reference Killed in Action