Charles Purcell Cecil | |
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 Grave at Arlington National Cemetery | |
| Born | 4 September 1893 Louisville, Kentucky, US |
| Died | 31 July 1944 (aged 50) Vicinity of Funafuti, Pacific Ocean[1] |
| Buried | |
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Service |  United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1916–1944 |
| Rank |  Rear Admiral |
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| Battles / wars | World War I World War II |
| Awards | Navy Cross Bronze Star Medal |
Charles Purcell Cecil (4 September 1893 – 31 July 1944) was a US Navy Admiral during World War II and two time recipient of the Navy Cross.
- ^ As engraved on tombstone