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Sir Alexander Gilmour, 3rd Baronet

1737 – 1792

Scottish politician

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About Sir Alexander Gilmour, 3rd Baronet

Lived 1737 – 1792 (aged 54–55). Sir Alexander Gilmour, 3rd Baronet was a politician.

Sir Alexander Gilmour, 3rd Baronet (c. 1737 – 1792), of Craigmillar, Edinburgh was a Member of Parliament for Edinburghshire in 12 January 1761 – 1774.

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Important facts

Born
1737
Birth century
18th century
Died
1792
Occupation
Politician
Education
St John's College
Positions held
Member of the 12th Parliament of Great Britain, Member of the 13th Parliament of Great Britain, Member of the 11th Parliament of Great Britain
Also known as
Alexander Gilmour

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Sir Alexander Gilmour, 3rd Baronet?

Scottish politician (1737-1792)

When was Sir Alexander Gilmour, 3rd Baronet born?

Sir Alexander Gilmour, 3rd Baronet was born in 1737.

When did Sir Alexander Gilmour, 3rd Baronet die?

Sir Alexander Gilmour, 3rd Baronet died in 1792.

What was Sir Alexander Gilmour, 3rd Baronet's occupation?

Sir Alexander Gilmour, 3rd Baronet was a politician.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Sir Alexander Gilmour, 3rd Baronet

· Wikidata: Q20979572

· DBpedia: Sir Alexander Gilmour, 3rd Baronet

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