Basic Details Surname Nason Forenames J W W Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename John War First World War (1914-1918) Served or died Died Notes Additional information provided by the college website (see references). He was killed in action when his plane was shot down over Railway Wood near Nieuport. Primary Service Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Air Force/ Royal Flying Corps Unit (Primary - Our reference) 46 Squadron Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Captain Death and Burial details Country of death Belgium Town of death Nieuport Year of death 1916 Month of death December Age at death 27 Manner of death reference Killed in Action