Shaw, John
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| Dates | 1708-10, 1722-24 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Location | London | ||
| Vocation | Politician | ||
| Place of Birth | Scotland | ||
| Marriage | Margaret Dalrymple | ||
| Issue | 1 daughter | ||
| Place of birth | Source | History of Parliament Online |
Initially an MP for Renfrewshire (1708-10, 1727-34), Shaw was returned as a Whig for Clackmannanshire (1722-27). Closely associated with Greenock. Fought under the Duke of Argyll in the Fifteen Rebellion. During the Fourty-Five, Shaw mobilized local support for the forces, raising the militia in Greenock despite threats from the rebels.
