About William H. Rowden
Lived 1930 – 2022 (aged 91–92). William H. Rowden was an American military officer.
William Henry Rowden (May 12, 1930 – October 15, 2022) was a vice admiral in the United States Navy. He was a former commander of the United States Sixth Fleet (from June 1981 – July 1983). He also served as Deputy Chief of Naval Operations (Surface Warfare) and Commander, Naval Sea Systems Command. He was a 1952 graduate of the United States Naval Academy. In retirement, he served as a director of the Naval Historical Foundation.
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Who was William H. Rowden?
American Navy admiral
When was William H. Rowden born?
William H. Rowden was born on 12 May 1930 in Woodsville.
When did William H. Rowden die?
William H. Rowden died in 2022.
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William H. Rowden was a military officer.
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William H. Rowden was American.
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