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| Dates | 1727-41 | ||
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| Location | London | ||
| Vocation | Army and Politician | ||
| Place of Birth | Rowallan, Ayr | ||
| Marriage | Jean Boyle | ||
| Issue | 1 son, 1 daughter | ||
| Place of birth | Source | History of Parliament Online |
Held a number of military positions including Captain of the 21st Foot (1702) and Colonel of the 9th Foot (1715-7). Made Governor of Edinburgh Castle (1738-45) and groom of the bedchamber 1727-45) . MP for Ayrshire 1727-41 where he regularly voted with the Government. Lost his seat during re-election of 1741. Travelled with King at outbreak of war of the Austrian succession. Died at Fontenay 1745.
