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John Hamilton-Gordon, 1st Marquess of Aberdeen and Temair

British politician, Governor General of Canada (1847-1934) · United Kingdom · On the map · Politicians · Died at 86

John Campbell Hamilton-Gordon, 1st Marquess of Aberdeen and Temair, styled Earl of Aberdeen from 1870-1916, was a Scottish peer and colonial administrator.

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Honorary doctor of the University of Ottawa1894
Knight Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order
Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St George

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Born in Edinburgh, Aberdeen held office in several countries, serving twice as Lord Lieutenant of Ireland and serving from 1893 to 1898 as Governor General of Canada.

Country
United Kingdom
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1847 to 1934 · aged 86