Basic Details Surname Taylor Forenames William McI Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename William McInroy War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Died Primary Service As stated on memorial Service (Primary - Stated) R.N. Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Merchant Navy Unit (Primary - Our reference) HMS Royal Oak Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Ordinary Seaman Death and Burial details Year of death 1939 Month of death October Day of death 14 Age at death 19 Manner of death as stated Lost with Royal Oak Manner of death reference Killed in Action