Alexander Duroure facts for kids
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Alexander Duroure
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| Born | 1692 London, Kingdom of England |
| Died | 1765 (aged 72–73) Toulouse, France |
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| Allegiance |  Kingdom of Great Britain |
| Service/ |
 British Army |
| Rank | Lieutenant General |
| Battles/wars | War of Jenkins' Ear Jacobite rising |
| Spouse(s) | Louisa Bruchell |
Lieutenant General Alexander Duroure (born around 1692 – died 1 February 1765) was an important officer in the British Army. He was the colonel of the 4th (King's Own) Regiment of Foot. His family came from France, and he served for many years.
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Who Was Alexander Duroure?
Alexander Duroure was born around 1692 in London, England. His family, the Du Roures, were Huguenots. These were French Protestants who had to leave France because of their religion.
His father, Francis Du Roure, also served in the military. Alexander had a brother named Scipio Duroure, who was also a colonel.
Starting His Military Career
Alexander Duroure began his military journey in 1715. He became a lieutenant in the 10th Regiment of Foot. This was the start of a long career serving the Kingdom of Great Britain.
Key Battles and Roles
Duroure took part in several important events. In March 1740, he was part of the first attack on Cartagena de Indias. This happened during the War of Jenkins' Ear, a conflict between Britain and Spain.
Later, in 1742, he helped secure the Carolinas in America. He led 500 soldiers to assist James Oglethorpe there.
Serving During the Jacobite Rising
In 1745, a major event called the Jacobite rising happened in Britain. This was when supporters of the exiled Stuart royal family tried to regain the throne.
Duroure became the Quartermaster General for Field Marshal George Wade. He was based in Newcastle upon Tyne, helping with military supplies and plans. That same year, he became the Governor of St Mawes Castle, an important fort in Cornwall. In 1746, he went to Scotland with more soldiers to help put down the rising.
Later Service and Legacy
After the Jacobite rising, Duroure continued his service. In 1752, he commanded the 38th Regiment of Foot in Antigua. From 1756 to 1765, he was the colonel of the 4th (King's Own) Regiment of Foot.
Alexander Duroure died in France in 1765, at the age of 73. He was buried in Westminster Abbey in London. His memorial there honors his 57 years of loyal service. He was married to Louisa Bruchell but did not have any children.
