James Mellon
British diplomat (-1929). Counsellor and Head of Chancery, , U.K. Delegation to the European Communities 1970-1973, Head of Science and Technology Department, Foreign and Commonwealth Office 1973-1975, Commercial Counsellor, Embassy, German Democrati
About James Mellon
Lived 1929 – 2023 (aged 93–94). James Mellon was a diplomat.
Sir James Mellon, (25 January 1929 – 2 July 2023) was a British diplomat and writer.
Early life and education Mellon was born in Glasgow in 1929. He was educated at St Aloysius' College, Glasgow. He also chaired Regent Pacific Finance, which later became Charlemagne Capital.
Personal life Mellon was married twice, first to Frances Murray until her death in 1976, and then to Philippa Shuttleworth. Mellon is survived by his children and stepchildren.
Awards and recognition Mellon was awarded a CMG in 1979 and was elevated to KCMG in 1988.
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British diplomat (-1929). Counsellor and Head of Chancery, , U.K. Delegation to the European Communities 1970-1973, Head of Science and Technology Department, Foreign and Commonwealth Office 1973-1975, Commercial Counsellor, Embassy, German Democrati
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James Mellon was born in 1929.
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James Mellon died on 2 July 2023.
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James Mellon was a diplomat.
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