Basic Details Surname Thompson Forenames J Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename James War First World War (1914-1918) Served or died Died Notes Sunk by a mine whilst homeward bound from the Faroe fishing grounds Primary Service As stated on memorial Service (Primary - Stated) Merchant Marine Unit (Primary - Stated) Steam Trawler Southward (Grimsby) Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) Cook Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) Merchant Navy Unit (Primary - Our reference) Steam Trawler Southward (Grimsby) Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Cook Death and Burial details Country of death At Sea Year of death 1919 Month of death March Day of death 1 Age at death 41 Manner of death reference Other Personal Details Birthplace Shields