General Philip Kearny
Biography

Conservative Hall of Fame
Defender of America, Christianity or Freedom

Kearny's father was a Harvard educated New York City financier who owned his own brokerage firm and was also a founder of the New York Stock Exchange. Philip Kearney attended Columbia College (now Columbia University) where he studied law, graduating with honors. In 1836 at the age of 21 - his grandfather died, leaving him over $1 million. Instead of a life of luxury, he chose the army. As a soldier - he fought in the Mexican, Indian, and Civil Wars. During the Mexican War - Kearny led a cavalry charge and suffered a wound to his left arm, which had to be amputated. During the American Civil War, Kearny was appointed a brigadier general. When asked to surrender himself a prisoner, he refused and ran. He was struck by a rifle ball and died instantly. Kearny is credited with devising insignia patches used in the U.S. Army. A "cross of valor" was established - which was to be known as the "Kearny Cross." The city of Kearny, New Jersey, is named in his honor.

Compiled by Thomas George
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