Edward Kern
Edward Kern | |
|---|---|
1850 portrait | |
| Born | October 26, 1822 or 1823 |
| Died | (aged 40–41) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Burial place | New Glenwood Cemetery, Broomall, Philadelphia |
| Nationality | American |
| Other names | Ned |
| Occupation(s) | Explorer, artist, cartographer, topographer, and United States Army officer |
| Known for | Exploring, documenting and imaging the American West |
| Military career | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Army |
| Rank | Lieutenant |
| Commands | Sutter's Fort |
Edward Meyer Kern (October 26, 1822 or 1823 – November 25, 1863) was an American artist, topographer, and explorer of California, the Southwestern United States, and East Asia. He is the namesake of the Kern River and Kern County, California.