Basic Details Surname Deas Forenames John Gender Male Information stated on memorial War First World War (1914-1918) Served or died Died Primary Service As stated on memorial Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) Sapper Our References Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Sapper Death and Burial details Country of death East Africa Town of death Kilwa Year of death 1917 Month of death July Day of death 27 Age at death 37 Manner of death as stated Died on active service Manner of death reference Killed in Action