William Henry Gowan
William Henry Gowan | |
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| Born | June 2, 1884 Rye, New York, US |
| Died | May 22, 1957 (aged 72) New York City, US |
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| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Navy |
| Years of service | c. 1907–1942 |
| Rank | Boatswain |
| Unit | USS New York (BB-34) |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
William Henry Gowan (June 2, 1884 – May 22, 1957) was a United States Navy sailor and a recipient of the United States military's highest decoration, the Medal of Honor. He was awarded the medal for his fire-fighting efforts during a blaze in Coquimbo, Chile. Gowan went on to have a 35-year Navy career, eventually becoming a warrant officer before his retirement.