Basic Details Surname Westcott Forenames J S Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename John Shorland War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Died Notes He died in a flying accident. Primary Service Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) British Army Unit (Primary - Our reference) Royal Engineers Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Second Lieutenant Death and Burial details Country of death Nigeria Town of death Lagos Year of death 1946 Month of death June Day of death 8 Manner of death reference Other