Charles W. Van Rensselaer | |
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| Born | Charles Watkins Van Rensselaer January 29, 1823 |
| Died | September 12, 1857 (aged 34) |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Ship's officer |
| Parent(s) | John Sanders Van Rensselaer Ann Dunkin |
| Relatives | Killian K. Van Rensselaer (grandfather) |
| Military career | |
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Service |  United States Navy |
| Rank | First officer |
Charles Watkins Van Rensselaer (January 29, 1823 – September 12, 1857) was the first officer and paymaster serving on board the U.S. mail ship known as the Ship of Gold, when it was lost during a hurricane in September 1857.