Murray, James (London) 2

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Dates 1710-15
Location London
Vocation Politician
Place of Birth Perthshire
Marriage Anne Murray
Issue 2 sons, 4 daughters
Place of birth Source History of Parliament Online

Soldier and burgess, became involved in Jacobite rebellion in 1689; father persuaded Murray to give himself up, taking oaths in 1693. Gradually reintegrated into government service, especially with help of the Duke of Atholl, being granted a number of appointments. Elected MP for Perthshire on interest of Atholl, and described as an episcopal Tory. Re-elected, not without some controversy, in 1713, though did step down in 1715. Played little, or no role, in the 1715 Jacobite rebellion. Died 1719.