Arnold J. Funk

Arnold John Funk (August 13, 1895 – December 29, 1980) was an American brigadier general and chief of staff to General Edward P. King, commander of the Philippine-American forces, during the Battle of Bataan.

Funk served as a temporary captain during World War I.

He was promoted to major in September 1934 and lieutenant colonel in July 1940.

[3] Sent to the Philippines, Funk received temporary promotions to colonel in December 1941 and brigadier general in January 1942.

[3] After surrendering to Japanese forces, he spent over three years as a prisoner of war.