George Campbell, 6th Duke of Argyll

George William Campbell, 6th Duke of Argyll, GCH, PC (22 September 1768 – 22 October 1839), styled Earl of Campbell from 1768 to 1770 and Marquess of Lorne from 1770 to 1806, was a Scottish Whig politician and nobleman.

The Duke of Argyll
GCH PC
'A view of Argyle' colour etching, 1819.
Lord Steward of the Household
In office
11 September 1833  14 November 1834
MonarchWilliam IV
Prime Minister
Preceded byThe Marquess Wellesley
Succeeded byThe Earl of Wilton
In office
23 April 1835  22 October 1839
Monarchs
  • William IV
  • Victoria
Prime MinisterThe Viscount Melbourne
Preceded byThe Earl of Wilton
Succeeded byThe Earl of Erroll
Personal details
Born22 September 1768 (1768-09-22)
Died22 October 1839 (1839-10-23) (aged 71)
Inveraray Castle, Argyllshire
NationalityBritish
SpouseLady Caroline Villiers
Parent(s)John Campbell, 5th Duke of Argyll
Elizabeth Gunning
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