About Denis Joseph Cummings
Lived 1885 – 1956 (aged 70). Denis Joseph Cummings was a New Zealand police officer.
Denis Joseph Cummings (16 May 1885 – 31 March 1956) was a New Zealand policeman and police commissioner. He was born in Tuapeka Flat, South Otago, New Zealand, on 16 May 1885. He was the brother of James Cummings.
In the 1946 New Year Honours, Cummings was appointed a Commander of the Order of the British Empire.
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Who was Denis Joseph Cummings?
Policeman, police commissioner
When was Denis Joseph Cummings born?
Denis Joseph Cummings was born on 16 May 1885.
When did Denis Joseph Cummings die?
Denis Joseph Cummings died on 31 March 1956.
What was Denis Joseph Cummings's occupation?
Denis Joseph Cummings was a police officer.
What nationality was Denis Joseph Cummings?
Denis Joseph Cummings was New Zealand.
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