Basic Details Surname Meng Forenames William J Gender Male Information stated on memorial War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Served Primary Service As stated on memorial Unit (Primary - Stated) 457th BG, 748th BS Sub-unit (Primary - Stated) Miss Ida, 44-8152 Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) Lieutenant / Lead Navigator Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) United States Air Force Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Navigating Lieutenant Death and Burial details Manner of death reference Not Applicable