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Clint Calvin Hearn
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Brig. Gen. Clint Hearn in France 1918
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| Born | March 29, 1866 Weston, Texas |
| Died | February 11, 1928 (aged 61) Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. |
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| Allegiance |  United States |
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 United States Army |
| Years of service | 1890–1927 |
| Rank |  Brigadier general |
| Service number | 0-222 |
| Battles/wars | World War I |
| Awards | Distinguished Service Medal |
| Spouse(s) | Laura Wright Ovaker |
Clint Calvin Hearn (born March 29, 1866 – died February 11, 1928) was an important officer in the United States Army. He served during the late 1800s and early 1900s. He fought in World War I and was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal for his bravery.
Life and Military Career
Clint Hearn was born in Weston, Texas, on March 29, 1866. He attended the United States Military Academy and graduated in 1890. This is a very famous school for training army officers.
After graduating, Hearn became an officer in the Fourth Artillery. He continued his education at several special army schools. He graduated from the Artillery School in 1894. Later, in 1898, he finished the School of Submarine Defense. He also attended the United States Army War College in 1912 and the General Staff College in 1920.
Around 1904, Clint Hearn helped create a special tool called the Whistler-Hearn plotting board. This tool helped soldiers aim their cannons better. He also wrote a guide about "fire control," which is how soldiers direct their weapons to hit targets.
World War I Service
On August 5, 1917, Clint Hearn was promoted to the rank of brigadier general. This is a high rank in the army. During World War I, he was in charge of the 153rd Field Artillery Brigade. This brigade was part of the 78th Infantry Division.
For his excellent work and leadership during the war, General Hearn received the Distinguished Service Medal. This is a very important award given for outstanding service. After the war ended, on June 15, 1919, he went back to his permanent rank of colonel. He then commanded the Harbor Defenses of Manila and Subic Bays in the Philippines. This job involved protecting important ports.
Later Years
After World War I, starting in April 1922, Hearn worked as the Chief of Staff for Reserve Units in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. He retired from the army in 1927.
Clint Hearn passed away in Atlanta, Georgia, on February 11, 1928. He is buried at Arlington National Cemetery, a special place where many American heroes are laid to rest. In June 1930, after his death, the U.S. Congress officially restored his rank of brigadier general.
Family Life
Clint Hearn married Laura Wright Ovaker on December 2, 1897.
