Basic Details Surname Bitmead Forenames E W Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename Edward William War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Died Honours Distinguished Flying Cross Primary Service Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Air Force/ Royal Flying Corps Unit (Primary - Our reference) 65 Squadron Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Flight Lieutenant Death and Burial details Country of death England Town of death Off Land's End Year of death 1943 Month of death May Day of death 1 Manner of death reference Killed in Action