John Murray, 1st Duke of Atholl
The Duke of Atholl | |
|---|---|
| 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) |
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.