Basic Details Surname Allen Forenames J Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename John War First World War (1914-1918) Served or died Died Notes Hornshaw and Fowler provide the extra detail. A married man who worked for a dyeing company before the war and was wounded at the Battle of Cambrai. He was no relation to Herbert who is also commemorated on this memorial. Primary Service Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) British Army Unit (Primary - Our reference) The Duke of Wellington's (West Riding Regiment) Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Private Death and Burial details Country of death France Year of death 1917 Month of death November Day of death 25 Manner of death as stated Not stated on this memorial Manner of death reference Died of Wounds