Arthur McCashin

Biographical information

RolesCompeted in Olympic Games
SexMale
Full nameArthur John•McCashin
Used nameArthur•McCashin
Born5 May 1909 in Larne, Northern Ireland (GBR)
Died24 September 1988 in Falls Church, Virginia (USA)
NOC United States
Medals OG
Gold 0
Silver 0
Bronze 1
Total 1

Biography

A highly successful rider before the War, Arthur McCashin became the first riding captain of the U.S. Equestrian Team jumping squad. After retiring from competitive riding he became a well-known course designer and planned the circuit at the New York’s National Horse Show for many years. He served during World War II as a pilot for Colonial Airlines, which operated a civilian supply service for the armed forces.

Results

Games Discipline (Sport) / Event NOC / Team Pos Medal As
1952 Summer Olympics Equestrian Jumping (Equestrian) USA Arthur McCashin
Individual, Men (Olympic) Miss Budweiser =12
Team, Men (Olympic) Miss Budweiser / United States 3 Bronze