Ambrose Cornelius Kingsland was a wealthy sperm oil merchant who served as the 72nd mayor of New York City from 1851 to 1853. In 1851, he initiated the legislation that eventually led to the construction of Central Park.
- Occupation
- politician, merchant
- Position held
- Mayor of New York City
- Citizenship
- United States
- Born
- May 24, 1804
- Died
- October 13, 1878
