Staniland lived and worked in London all his life until the shore establishment of the stone frigate HMS President II moved to France 1917-07-13, and he moved on to serve in 97 Squadron. According to the record, his first day at 97 was also the date of his death.
Staniland, Charles Edward Sidney (Air Craftsman I GL)
Killed in Action 1917-July-13

Birth Date: 1897-September-06
Born: North Kennsington, London, England
Parents: George Bruett Staniland & Emma Austin
Spouse: unmarried
Home: North Kensington, London, England
Enlistment:
Enlistment Date: 1916-September-29
Service
RAF
Unit
97 Sqn- Squadron (RFC)
Base
HMS President II, shore establishment London
Rank
Air Craftsman I GL
Position
observer/gunner
Service Numbers
221428