About Charles Erskine, 22nd Earl of Mar
Lived 1650 – 1689 (aged 38). Charles Erskine, 22nd Earl of Mar was a Scottish politician.
Charles Erskine, Earl of Mar (19 October 165023 May 1689) was a Scottish nobleman. He is regarded as both the 22nd earl (in the 1st creation) and the 5th earl (in the 7th).
He raised the 21st Regiment of Foot, or Royal Scots Fusiliers, in 1679, and became its first colonel. However, he was arrested shortly before his death.
On 2 April 1674, he married Mary Maule, daughter of George Maule, 2nd Earl of Panmure. Their son John Erskine succeeded to the title.
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Who was Charles Erskine, 22nd Earl of Mar?
Scottish noble
When was Charles Erskine, 22nd Earl of Mar born?
Charles Erskine, 22nd Earl of Mar was born on 19 October 1650 in Alloa.
When did Charles Erskine, 22nd Earl of Mar die?
Charles Erskine, 22nd Earl of Mar died on 23 May 1689.
What was Charles Erskine, 22nd Earl of Mar's occupation?
Charles Erskine, 22nd Earl of Mar was a politician.
What nationality was Charles Erskine, 22nd Earl of Mar?
Charles Erskine, 22nd Earl of Mar was Scottish.
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