Basic Details Surname Johnston Forenames James Rae Gender Male Information stated on memorial War First World War (1914-1918) Served or died Died Primary Service Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) British Army Unit (Primary - Our reference) The Black Watch (Royal Highlanders) Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Private Death and Burial details Country of death Palestine Year of death 1917 Month of death November Day of death 8 Age at death 28 Manner of death as stated Killed in action in Palestine Manner of death reference Killed in Action