Basic Details Surname Mitchell Forenames John Colville Gender Male Information stated on memorial War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Died Primary Service As stated on memorial Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) (E) Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Merchant Navy Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Engineer Death and Burial details Year of death 1940 Month of death September Day of death 17 Age at death 19 Manner of death as stated Lost at sea by enemy action Manner of death reference Killed in Action Status Notes see wmr 99533 for full name details