James Forney

James Forney
James Forney
Born(1844-01-17)January 17, 1844
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
DiedFebruary 2, 1921(1921-02-02) (aged 77)
Allegiance United States of America
BranchUnited States Marine Corps
Service years1861 - 1904
RankBrigadier General
ConflictsAmerican Civil War
AwardsMarine Corps Brevet Medal
RelationsJohn Weiss Forney (father)
Tillie May Forney (sister)

James Forney (January 17, 1844 – February 2, 1921) was an American officer serving in the United States Marine Corps during the American Civil War. He was approved to receive the Marine Corps Brevet Medal for bravery but died before it could be presented.

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