Basic Details Surname Alexander Forenames E W Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename Ernest Wright War First World War (1914-1918) Served or died Served Honours Victoria Cross, Order of the Bath, Most Distinguished Order of St Michael and St George Notes He was awarded the VC for rescuing his guns at the Battle of Elouges in 1914 and later rose to become a Major-General. Primary Service Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) British Army Unit (Primary - Our reference) Royal Field Artillery Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Major Death and Burial details Year of death 1934 Month of death August Day of death 25 Age at death 63