John Murray, 1st Duke of Atholl

The Duke of Atholl
Keeper of the Privy Seal of Scotland
In office
1702–1705
MonarchAnne
Preceded byThe Marquess of Tweeddale
Succeeded byThe Duke of Queensberry
Chancellor of the University of St Andrews
In office
1697–1724
Preceded byArthur Ross, Archbishop of St Andrews
Succeeded byJames Brydges, 1st Duke of Chandos
Personal details
Born24 February 1660
Knowsley Hall, Lancashire, England
Died14 November 1724(1724-11-14) (aged 64)
Huntingtower Castle, Perthshire, Scotland
Spouse(s)Lady Catherine Hamilton
Mary Ross
Children21, including William, James, George, and John
Parent(s)John Murray, 1st Marquess of Atholl (father)
Lady Amelia Sophia Stanley (mother)

John Murray, 1st Duke of Atholl, KT, PC (24 February 1660 – 14 November 1724) was a Scottish nobleman, politician, and officee. He served in numerous positions during his life, and fought in the Glorious Revolution for William III and Mary II.


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