Charles Cowley | |
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| Born | 21 February 1872 |
| Died | 25 April 1916 (aged 44) Mesopotamia |
| Buried | British cemetery, Bab al Sharji, Baghdad |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Service | Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve |
| Rank | Lieutenant Commander |
| Battles / wars | First World War |
| Awards | Victoria Cross |
Charles Henry Cowley, VC (21 February 1872 – 25 April 1916) was a British merchant seaman and a recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.