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| − | 4th duke of Hamilton (1698-1716). Created gentleman of the bedchamber (1679), and resided predominantly in London thereafter, although with spells in Scotland. Supported James VII & II in revolution, and repeatedly imprisoned under William and Mary for Jacobite sympathies. Entered Scottish Parliament (1700), and led opposition to union. Elected Scottish representative peer | + | 4th duke of Hamilton (1698-1716). Created gentleman of the bedchamber (1679), and resided predominantly in London thereafter, although with spells in Scotland. Supported James VII & II in revolution, and repeatedly imprisoned under William and Mary for Jacobite sympathies. Entered Scottish Parliament (1700), and led opposition to union. Elected Scottish representative peer (1708). Created duke of Brandon (1711). Killed in an infamous duel with Lord Mohun (1712). |
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| Dates | 1679-1712 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Location | London | ||
| Vocation | Courtier | ||
| Place of Birth | Hamilton | ||
| Marriage | Anne Spencer; Elizabeth Gerard | ||
| Issue | 9 children; illegitimate children | ||
| Place of birth | Source | Oxford Dictionary of National Biography |
4th duke of Hamilton (1698-1716). Created gentleman of the bedchamber (1679), and resided predominantly in London thereafter, although with spells in Scotland. Supported James VII & II in revolution, and repeatedly imprisoned under William and Mary for Jacobite sympathies. Entered Scottish Parliament (1700), and led opposition to union. Elected Scottish representative peer (1708). Created duke of Brandon (1711). Killed in an infamous duel with Lord Mohun (1712).
