John Murray, 1st Duke of Atholl
John Murray, 1st Duke of Atholl, KT, PC (24 February 1660 – 14 November 1724) was a Scottish nobleman, politician, and officee. He served in numerous positions during his life, and fought in the Glorious Revolution for William III and Mary II.
The Duke of Atholl KT PC | |
|---|---|
| Keeper of the Privy Seal of Scotland | |
| In office 1702–1705 | |
| Monarch | Anne |
| Preceded by | The Marquess of Tweeddale |
| Succeeded by | The Duke of Queensberry |
| Chancellor of the University of St Andrews | |
| In office 1697–1724 | |
| Preceded by | Arthur Ross, Archbishop of St Andrews |
| Succeeded by | James Brydges, 1st Duke of Chandos |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 24 February 1660 Knowsley Hall, Lancashire, England |
| Died | 14 November 1724 (aged 64) Huntingtower Castle, Perthshire, Scotland |
| Spouse(s) | Lady Catherine Hamilton Mary Ross |
| Children | 21, including William, James, George, and John |
| Parent(s) | John Murray, 1st Marquess of Atholl (father) Lady Amelia Sophia Stanley (mother) |
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