About Arthur Cumming
Lived 1889 – 1914 (aged 25). Arthur Cumming was a British figure skater.
Arthur Warren Jack Cumming (8 May 1889 – 9 May 1914) was a British figure skater. He came in second of the three participants in the special figures event at the 1908 Summer Olympics, earning him a silver medal. This was the only year in which special figures was an Olympic event. Cumming also participated in pair skating with partner Mrs. Arthur Cadogan. They placed 7th at the World Championships in 1912 and 1913. Cumming was involved in a motorcycle accident in May 1914 after which he contracted tetanus and died.
Results
Men's singles Event 1911 1912 1913 World Championships 5th British Championships 1st 1st
Pairs (with Mrs. Arthur Cadogan) Event 1912 1913 World Championships 7th 7th
Special Figures Event 1908 Olympic Games 2nd
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Arthur Cumming?
British figure skater (1889–1914)
When was Arthur Cumming born?
Arthur Cumming was born on 8 May 1889 in Marylebone.
When did Arthur Cumming die?
Arthur Cumming died on 9 May 1914 in Hammersmith.
What was Arthur Cumming's occupation?
Arthur Cumming was a figure skater.
What nationality was Arthur Cumming?
Arthur Cumming was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Arthur Cumming (figure skater)
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