John Brown Kerr
John Brown Kerr (March 12, 1847 – February 27, 1928) was a United States Army Brigadier General who was a recipient of the Medal of Honor for actions in fighting Indians along the White River, South Dakota.
John Brown Kerr | |
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Col. John B. Kerr in 1904 | |
| Born | March 12, 1847 Lexington, Kentucky, US |
| Died | February 27, 1928 (aged 80) Washington, D.C., US |
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| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1870–1909 |
| Rank | Brigadier General |
| Unit | 6th Cavalry Regiment |
| Commands held | 12th Cavalry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | American Indian Wars Spanish–American War Philippine–American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor Silver Star |
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