George Gordon, 1st Earl of Aberdeen
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George Gordon, 1st Earl of Aberdeen (3 October 1637 – 20 April 1720), was a Lord Chancellor of Scotland.
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The Earl of Aberdeen | |
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Lord Chancellor of Scotland | |
In office 1682–1684 | |
Monarch | Charles II |
Preceded by | The Duke of Rothes |
Succeeded by | The Earl of Perth |
Lord President of the Privy Council | |
In office 1681–1682 | |
Monarch | Charles II |
Preceded by | The Duke of Lauderdale |
Succeeded by | The Marquess of Montrose |
Personal details | |
Born | George Gordon 3 October 1637 |
Died | 20 April 1720 (aged 82) |
Spouse | Anne Lockhart |
Parent(s) | Sir John Gordon, 1st Baronet, of Haddo Mary Forbes |
Alma mater | University of Aberdeen |
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