Curry was born in New York City in November 28, 1812.

Curry worked in the insurance business for more than 35 years.
 From 1843 to 1852, he was the Secretary of the City Fire Insurance Company.
 In 1852, he was one of the founding officers of the Republic Fire Insurance Company, known as "The Pioneer Mutual Fire Insurance Co. Combining the Economy of the Mutual Plan with the Security of a Cash Capital."
 He served as the Secretary of Republic Fire Insurance Company for 30 years from its formation in 1852 until 1882.
Curry was born in New York City in November 28, 1812.
Curry worked in the insurance business for more than 35 years.  From 1843 to 1852, he was the Secretary of the City Fire Insurance Company.  In 1852, he was one of the founding officers of the Republic Fire Insurance Company, known as "The Pioneer Mutual Fire Insurance Co. Combining the Economy of the Mutual Plan with the Security of a Cash Capital."  He served as the Secretary of Republic Fire Insurance Company for 30 years from its formation in 1852 until 1882.
Duncan Curry