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William Robertson of Lude

d. 1820

British Army general

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About William Robertson of Lude

General William Robertson of Lude (died 1820) was an officer in the British Army who served in the army during the American War of Independence, the French Revolutionary, and the Napoleonic wars.

Biography Robertson was the son of James Robertson of Lude (1736–1802) and Aldie, daughter of Robert Nairne and Jean Mecer.

Family In 1802 Robertson married Margaret, eldest daughter of George Haldane, 18th of Gleneagles, Perthshire, and Margaret, eldest daughter of James Drummond, Viscount of Strathallan. They had 2 sons, James Alexander (who served in the 82nd Foot) and a younger son who died as an infant in 1814. Robertson married secondly Menzies of Culdares. They had no children.

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Important facts

Died
1820
Also known as
William Robertson

Frequently asked questions

Who was William Robertson of Lude?

British Army general

When did William Robertson of Lude die?

William Robertson of Lude died in 1820.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William Robertson of Lude

· Wikidata: Q8017679

· DBpedia: William Robertson of Lude

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