Paul J. Kern
Paul J. Kern | |
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Official portrait, 2001 | |
| Born | 16 June 1945 New Jersey, United States |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1967–2005 |
| Rank | General |
| Commands | United States Army Materiel Command 4th Infantry Division 2nd Brigade, 24th Infantry Division 5th Battalion, 32nd Armor Regiment |
| Battles / wars | Vietnam War Gulf War |
| Awards | Defense Distinguished Service Medal Army Distinguished Service Medal Silver Star Defense Superior Service Medal Legion of Merit (2) Bronze Star Medal (5) Purple Heart (3) |
| Alma mater | University of Michigan |
| Other work | Board of Directors, EDO Corporation |
Paul John Kern (born 16 June 1945) is a retired United States Army general and businessman. He served as Commanding General of the United States Army Materiel Command from October 2001 to November 2004. He became President and Chief Operating Officer of AM General LLC on 1 August 2008.