Historical Markers and War Memorials in Kearny, New Jersey
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Kearny is in Hudson County
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On Pasassaic Ave at Linden Ave, on the right when traveling south on Pasassaic Ave.
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
On Belleville Turnpike (New Jersey Route 7) at Passaic Ave., on the right when traveling east on Belleville Turnpike.
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
On Passaic Avenue (County Route 299), on the right when traveling south.
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
On Kearny Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
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
On Passaic Avenue (County Route 699), on the right when traveling south.
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