W. Arthur Cunningham
W. Arthur Cunningham | |
|---|---|
| New York City Comptroller | |
| In office January 1, 1934 – May 5, 1934 | |
| Preceded by | George McAneny |
| Succeeded by | Joseph McGoldrick |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1894 Manhattan, New York City, New York |
| Died | May 5, 1934 (aged 39) Asharoken, Long Island, New York |
| Cause of death | Heart attack |
| Resting place | Calvary Cemetery |
| Political party | independent Democrat |
| Residence(s) | Forest Hills, Queens, New York City |
| Alma mater | Fordham Law School |
| Occupation | lawyer, businessman |
| Military career | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Army |
| Rank | Major |
| Unit | 165th Infantry Brigade |
| Battles / wars | World War I |
| Awards | Croix de Guerre |
| Memorials | Cunningham Park |
W. Arthur Cunningham (1894 – May 5, 1934) was an American lawyer who served in the United States Army during World War I and rose to the rank of major. He received the Croix de Guerre and became a banking executive before taking office as New York City Comptroller for five months in 1934.