Martin B. McKneally

Martin Boswell McKneally (December 31, 1914 – June 14, 1992) was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York. He also served as the National Commander of The American Legion from 1959 to 1960.

Early life and education McKneally was born in Newburgh, New York, the son of George F. and Ellen (née Lahey) McKneally. He attended Newburgh's public schools, and graduated from Newburgh Free Academy. McKneally graduated from the College of the Holy Cross in 1936 and Fordham University School of Law in 1940.

McKneally was active in local government, and served as president of Newburgh's school board.

Death and burial McKneally never married and had no children. His siblings included his brother George, who served as mayor of Newburgh. He died at the Veterans Administration facility in Castle Point, New York on June 14, 1992. He was buried at Cedar Hill Cemetery and Mausoleum in Newburgh.