Historical Markers and War Memorials in Kearny, New Jersey
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Kearny is in Hudson County
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Erected by the town of Kearny Tercentenary Committee in memory of Major General Philip Kearny during the New Jersey Tercentenary year 1664 – 1964. — — Map (db m6744) HM
This bridge was a heel-trunnion bascule built by the Strauss Bascule Bridge Co. of Chicago, Illinois. It was a popular and economic design in the early 1900’s. The first Strauss Bascule Bridge was built in 1905. The 1915 Route 7 bridge was deemed . . . — — Map (db m68681) HM
This monument is erected in recognition of the contributions made by all people of Scottish heritage to the development of the United States of America. God Bless America “Every line of strength in our history is a line coloured by . . . — — Map (db m90105) HM
The Four Chaplains
Interfaith in Action
On February 3, 1943 the transport ship USAT Dorchester was on route to Greenland carrying 901 soldiers, merchant seamen and civilians. Among these men were Four Chaplains; Methodist Minister Rev. George . . . — — Map (db m199130) HM WM
Dedicated to the memory of Sir William Wallace The Great Scottish Patriot and Hero who fought for freedom for his countrymen and gave his life in this noble cause. David A. Wallace A Scottish immigrant who had served his community and . . . — — Map (db m90104) HM