About John Balfour
Lived 1750 – 1842 (aged 91). John Balfour was a British politician.
John Balfour (6 November 1750 – 15 October 1842) was a Scottish politician and a civil servant in the East India Company with connections to the Orcadian island of Shapinsay.
Background John Balfour was the son of William Balfour, a factor to the Dundas family. The family was descended from the Balfours of Trenabie on the island of Westray. and the village of Balfour takes its name from the family interest in the island. He commenced the building of Balfour Castle on the island on the site of an older structure. The work was completed by his son, Colonel David Balfour.
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Who was John Balfour?
British politician, born 1750
When was John Balfour born?
John Balfour was born on 6 November 1750.
When did John Balfour die?
John Balfour died on 15 October 1842.
What was John Balfour's occupation?
John Balfour was a politician.
What nationality was John Balfour?
John Balfour was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Balfour (Orkney MP)
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