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Dates | 1754-1770s | ||
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Location | London | ||
Vocation | Politician and military | ||
Place of Birth | Scotland | ||
Marriage | Elizabeth Burchard | ||
Issue | 6 sons, 5 daughters | ||
Place of birth | Source | History of Parliament Online |
Entered British army at the age of 32 and was rapidly promoted through the ranks. MP for Dumfries Burghs (1754-61) on the interest of the Duke of Queensbury. Elected (unopposed) to seat of Dumfriesshire (1761-74). Supported Bute's administration but equally faithful to Grenville. When the administration changed, Douglas followed Grenville into opposition. Died in Dublin 1778.