Francis Kernan [SEP] occupation
Francis Kernan
Francis Kernan (January 14, 1816September 7, 1892) was an American lawyer and politician. A resident of New York, he was active in politics as a Democrat, and served in several elected offices, including member of the New York State Assembly, member of the United States House of Representatives, and United States Senator from 1875 to 1881. His rank in his profession was well summed up by Judge Martin Grover, as being without a superior as an all-round lawyer at the bar of New
Francis Joseph Kernan
Francis Joseph Kernan (19 October 1859 – 3 February 1945) was a United States military officer. He participated in the Philippine–American War and as a general in World War I.
Education.
Francis Kernan was born Jacksonville, Florida on 19 October 1859 as son of John A. and Elizabeth C. Kernan. He joined the United States Military Academy in 1877 and graduated in 1881. 
Military career.
After his graduation he was stationed at Fort Canby, Fort Klamath and Fort Sidney, before