Basic Details Surname Sykes Forenames O J Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename Oliver John War First World War (1914-1918) Served or died Died Primary Service Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) British Army Unit (Primary - Our reference) Royal Garrison Artillery Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Captain Death and Burial details Year of death 1916 Month of death October Day of death 17 Manner of death as stated Unknown Manner of death reference Died of Wounds