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William Moray-Stirling, 17th of Abercairny

1785 – 1850

Scottish landowner

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About William Moray-Stirling, 17th of Abercairny

Lived 1785 – 1850 (aged 64).

William Moray-Stirling, 17th of Abercairny and Ardoch (1 June 1785 – 9 November 1850) was a Scottish landowner.

Early life Moray-Stirling was born on 1 June 1785 in Perthshire, Scotland. He was the son of Charles Moray, 15th of Abercairny and the former Anne Stirling. His elder brother was James Moray, 16th of Abercairny, who was a magistrate and Deputy Lieutenant of Perthshire and who married Elizabeth Erskine (daughter of Gen. Sir William Erskine, Bt) and, after her death, Mary Thomas. which he disentailed. but had no children.

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Important facts

Born
1 June 1785
Birth century
18th century
Died
9 February 1850

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Frequently asked questions

Who was William Moray-Stirling, 17th of Abercairny?

Scottish landowner

When was William Moray-Stirling, 17th of Abercairny born?

William Moray-Stirling, 17th of Abercairny was born on 1 June 1785.

When did William Moray-Stirling, 17th of Abercairny die?

William Moray-Stirling, 17th of Abercairny died on 9 February 1850.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William Moray-Stirling, 17th of Abercairny

· Wikidata: Q75333063

· DBpedia: William Moray-Stirling, 17th of Abercairny

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