About Robert Douglas
Lived 1703 – 1745 (aged 41–42). Robert Douglas was a politician.
Robert Douglas ( – 30 April 1745) of St Ola, Orkney was a British Army officer and Scottish politician who sat in the House of Commons from 1730 to 1745. He died in battle.
Douglas was the third son of George Douglas, 13th Earl of Morton. He joined the British Army in 1721 as an ensign in the 31st Foot, and became captain in 1732.
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Who was Robert Douglas?
Scottish soldier and politician. (1703-45)
When was Robert Douglas born?
Robert Douglas was born in 1703 in Orkney Islands.
When did Robert Douglas die?
Robert Douglas died on 30 April 1745.
What was Robert Douglas's occupation?
Robert Douglas was a politician.
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· DBpedia: Robert Douglas (British politician)
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