Basic Details Surname Fothergill Forenames John Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename John William War First World War (1914-1918) Served or died Died Notes Hornshaw and Fowler provide the extra detail. A tailor and accomplished local footballer. 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 Town of death La Bassee Country of burial France Town of burial Hinges Cemetery Le Vertannoy British Military Cemetery Year of death 1918 Month of death May Day of death 7 Age at death 22 Manner of death as stated Unknown Manner of death reference Killed in Action