James Grant (British Army officer, born 1720)
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James Grant, 4th of Ballindalloch (1720–1806)[1] was a British Army officer who served as a major general during the American War of Independence. He served as Governor of East Florida from 1763 to 1771, and between 1773 and 1802 he had seats in the House of Commons.
Quick Facts 3rd Governor of British East Florida, Preceded by ...
James Grant | |
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3rd Governor of British East Florida | |
In office 29 Aug 1764 – 9 May 1771 | |
Preceded by | Francis Ogilvie |
Succeeded by | John Moultrie |
Member of Parliament for Sutherland | |
In office 1787–1802 | |
Preceded by | William Wemyss |
Succeeded by | William Dundas |
Member of Parliament for Tain Burghs | |
In office 1773–1780 | |
Preceded by | Hon. Alexander Mackay |
Succeeded by | Charles Ross |
Personal details | |
Born | 1720 Ballindalloch, Scotland |
Died | 13 April 1806 (aged 85–86) |
Military service | |
Allegiance | Kingdom of Great Britain |
Branch/service | British Army |
Years of service | 1744–1805 |
Rank | Major General |
Commands | 77th Regiment of Foot (1757–1763) 55th Regiment of Foot (1775–1791) 11th Regiment of Foot (1791–1796) |
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