Basic Details Surname Pearson Forenames J W 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 details. He is also commemorated on IWM 2747 and his biographical, service and death details as they found them are shown there. Primary Service As stated on memorial Service (Primary - Stated) Army (British) Unit (Primary - Stated) Yorks & Lancs Regt Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) L Corp Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) British Army Unit (Primary - Our reference) The York and Lancaster Regiment Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Lance Corporal Death and Burial details Year of death 1915 Month of death August Day of death 9 Manner of death reference Killed in Action