Basic Details Surname Pearson Forenames J W Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename J William War First World War (1914-1918) Served or died Died Notes Hornshaw and Fowler provide the few extra details. He is also commemorated on IWM 2738. Primary Service As stated on memorial Service (Primary - Stated) Army (British) Unit (Primary - Stated) York and Lancaster Regiment Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) Lance Corporal 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 as stated Not Stated on the Memorial Manner of death reference Killed in Action