Basic Details Surname Friend Forenames William James Gender Male Information stated on memorial War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Served Service number 183974 Honours B.E.M. (British Empire Medal) Primary Service As stated on memorial Service (Primary - Stated) Royal Air Force Unit (Primary - Stated) Air-Sea Rescue and Marine Craft Sections Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) Fg. Off. Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Royal Air Force/ Royal Flying Corps Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Flying Officer