William Wemyss
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General William Wemyss of Wemyss (9 April 1760 – 4 February 1822) was a Scottish soldier in the British Army and Member of Parliament.
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William Wemyss | |
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Member of Parliament for Fife | |
In office 1807–1820 | |
Preceded by | Robert Ferguson |
Succeeded by | James Erskine Wemyss |
In office 1787–1796 | |
Preceded by | Robert Skene |
Succeeded by | Sir William Erskine, Bt |
Member of Parliament for Sutherland | |
In office 1784–1787 | |
Preceded by | James Wemyss |
Succeeded by | James Grant |
Personal details | |
Born | (1760-04-09)9 April 1760 |
Died | 4 February 1822(1822-02-04) (aged 61) |
Spouse |
Frances Erskine
(after 1788) |
Relations | James Wemyss, 5th Earl of Wemyss (grandfather) |
Parent(s) | James Wemyss Lady Elizabeth Sutherland |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Branch/service | British Army |
Rank | General |
Battles/wars | Napoleonic Wars |
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