A. W. Chowdhury

Abdul Wahed Chowdhury
Born (1940-10-16) 16 October 1940
Allegiance Pakistan (before 1971)
 Bangladesh
Branch Pakistan Navy
 Bangladesh Navy
Service years1962 - 1997
Rank Commodore
Commands
Conflicts
Awards Bir Uttom

Abdul Wahed Chowdhury is a one-star retired officer of the Bangladesh Navy and a veteran of the Bangladesh Liberation War, notable for leading Operation Jackpot. He was awarded Bir Uttam, the highest living military award in Bangladesh, for his contributions during the war.

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