Halkett, Peter
From AngloScottish
| Dates | 1734-41 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Location | London | ||
| Vocation | Army officer and politician | ||
| Place of Birth | Pitferrane, Fifeshire | ||
| Marriage | Amelia Stuart | ||
| Issue | 3 sons | ||
| Place of birth | Source | History of Parliament Online |
Stood for Stirling Burgh on recommendation of Lord Ilay, being elected to the seat in 1734. Voted with the Administration. Did not stand for re-election in 1741. Taken prisoner at battle of Prestonpans, though released. Left for North America (1754), taking part in the expedition against Fort Duquesne where he was killed in 1755.
