About William Dowell
Lived 1825 – 1912 (aged 87). William Dowell was a naval officer.
Admiral Sir William Montagu Dowell (2 August 1825 – 27 December 1912) was a Royal Navy officer who served as Commander-in-Chief, Devonport.
Naval career Dowell joined the Royal Navy in 1839. He served in the Black Sea during the Crimean War.
Family In 1855 he married Caroline Johnna Pike.
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Who was William Dowell?
Royal Navy admiral (1825-1912)
When was William Dowell born?
William Dowell was born on 2 August 1825.
When did William Dowell die?
William Dowell died on 27 December 1912 in Bideford.
What was William Dowell's occupation?
William Dowell was a naval officer.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: William Dowell (Royal Navy officer)
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