Carstares, William
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| Dates | 1688-1702 | ||
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| Location | London | ||
| Vocation | Minister; politician | ||
| Place of Birth | Cathcart | ||
| Marriage | Elizabeth Kekewich | ||
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| Place of birth | Source | Oxford Dictionary of National Biography |
Studied at Leiden (c.1699). A staunch presbyterian, he remained exiled in the Dutch Republic, eventually becoming chaplain and close adviser to William of Orange. Accompanied William's invasion of England (1688), and remained one of his most influential advisers, especially on Scottish affairs, throughout his reign. Returned to Scotland following William's death (1702). Principal of Edinburgh University (1702). Minister of Greyfriars (1704) and St Giles (1708). Moderator of the General Assembly (1705).
