Basic Details Surname Russell Forenames Anthony Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename Anthony J War Military Service Served or died Died Notes He died when his plane crashed in a failed attempt at a night landing on HMS Ark Royal off Malta. Primary Service Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Navy Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Sub Lieutenant Death and Burial details Country of death Mediterranean Sea Year of death 1961 Month of death January Day of death 6 Manner of death reference Other