About James Adolphus Oughton
Lived 1720 – 1780 (aged 59–60). James Adolphus Oughton was a British military personnel.
Lieutenant-General Sir James Adolphus Oughton KB (1720 – 2 May 1780) was a British officer who was commander of forces in North Britain.
His monument in Westminster Abbey is by Richard Hayward.
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Who was James Adolphus Oughton?
British army officer
When was James Adolphus Oughton born?
James Adolphus Oughton was born in 1720.
When did James Adolphus Oughton die?
James Adolphus Oughton died on 2 May 1780.
What was James Adolphus Oughton's occupation?
James Adolphus Oughton was a military personnel.
What nationality was James Adolphus Oughton?
James Adolphus Oughton was British.
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