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Edward Younger, 3rd Viscount Younger of Leckie

1906 – 1997

British viscount

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About Edward Younger, 3rd Viscount Younger of Leckie

Lived 1906 – 1997 (aged 90). Edward Younger, 3rd Viscount Younger of Leckie was a British military personnel and politician.

Edward George Younger, 3rd Viscount Younger of Leckie (21 November 1906 – 25 June 1997) was a Scottish nobleman.

Family background Lord Younger of Leckie came from a Scottish family which had been making money from brewing since the 18th century, and which entered the aristocracy in the early years of the 20th century. His great-great-great-great-grandfather, George Younger (baptised 1722), was the founder of the family's brewing business, George Younger and Son. This George Younger's great-great-grandson, also named George Younger (1851-1929), entered politics, and was created Viscount Younger of Leckie in 1923. This peerage has passed in an unbroken line from father to son ever since.

Birth and early life Younger was the elder son of James Younger, 2nd Viscount Younger of Leckie (1880–1946) by his wife Maud Gilmour (daughter of Sir John Gilmour, 1st Baronet). He was educated at Winchester College and New College, Oxford.

His brother Sir Kenneth Younger was the Labour Member of Parliament for Grimsby 1945–1959.

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Winchester College
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Member of the House of Lords

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Edward Younger, 3rd Viscount Younger of Leckie?

British viscount (1906-1997)

When was Edward Younger, 3rd Viscount Younger of Leckie born?

Edward Younger, 3rd Viscount Younger of Leckie was born on 21 November 1906.

When did Edward Younger, 3rd Viscount Younger of Leckie die?

Edward Younger, 3rd Viscount Younger of Leckie died on 25 June 1997.

What was Edward Younger, 3rd Viscount Younger of Leckie's occupation?

Edward Younger, 3rd Viscount Younger of Leckie was a military personnel and politician.

What nationality was Edward Younger, 3rd Viscount Younger of Leckie?

Edward Younger, 3rd Viscount Younger of Leckie was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Edward Younger, 3rd Viscount Younger of Leckie

· Wikidata: Q5346027

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