Alexander Lindsay, 6th Earl of Balcarres
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General Alexander Lindsay, 6th Earl of Balcarres, 23rd Earl of Crawford (18 January 1752 – 27 March 1825), styled Lord Balniel until 1768, was a Scottish nobleman, soldier, politician and colonial administrator.
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The Earl of Balcarres | |
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Governor of Jamaica | |
In office 1795–1801 | |
Monarch | George III |
Preceded by | Sir Adam Williamson |
Succeeded by | Sir George Nugent, Bt. |
Personal details | |
Born | (1752-01-18)18 January 1752 |
Died | 27 March 1825(1825-03-27) (aged 73) |
Spouse |
Elizabeth Bradshaigh Dalrymple
(m. 1780) |
Relations | James Lindsay, 5th Earl of Balcarres (father) |
Children | 5, including James, the 7th Earl |
Military career | |
Service/ | British Army |
Rank | General |
Commands held | |
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