Basic Details Surname Wilson Forenames E Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename Edward War First World War (1914-1918) Served or died Died Notes The College website adds: 'He came up in 1894 from Rugby School. Worked and married in S. Africa before enlisting. Probably died in German East Africa [Tanzania].' Primary Service As stated on memorial Service (Primary - Stated) South African Army Unit (Primary - Stated) S. African Infantry Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Commonwealth Armed Forces Unit (Primary - Our reference) South African Infantry Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Lieutenant Death and Burial details Country of death German East Africa [Tanzania]. Year of death 1916 Month of death May Day of death 3 Age at death 41