Basic Details Surname Hamilton Forenames J C Gender Male Information stated on memorial War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Died Primary Service As stated on memorial Service (Primary - Stated) Royal Navy Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) Rear Admiral Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Navy Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Rear Admiral Death and Burial details Year of death 1940 Month of death December Day of death 30 Manner of death as stated Lost as sea on active service Manner of death reference Killed in Action