Anstruther, John
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| Dates | 1708-41 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Location | London | ||
| Vocation | Politician | ||
| Place of Birth | Anstruther | ||
| Marriage | Margaret Carmichael | ||
| Issue | 2 sons, 1 daughter | ||
| Place of birth | Source | History of Parliament Online |
Father's career as a lawyer enabled Anstruther to enter politics. Stood, and won, election to Parliament for Anstruther Easter Burghs (1708). Held seat between 1708-12 and again in 1713-15. Travelled to Europe in 1712 for health reasons. When he recovered his seat in 1713 he was classified as a Hanoverian. Elected MP for Fifeshire (1715) and consistently voted for administration. He left parliament in 1741 and died at Elie House in 1753.
