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James Bruce, 8th Earl of Elgin

British nobleman, politician and diplomat (1811-1863) · Politicians · Died at 52

James Bruce, 8th Earl of Elgin and 12th Earl of Kincardine, was a British colonial administrator and diplomat. He served as Governor of Jamaica (1842-1846), Governor General of the Province of Canada (1847-1854), and Viceroy of India (1862-1863). He is also noted for his role during the Second Opium War.

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Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the Bath
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Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1811 to 1863 · aged 52