Alexander Fraser, 20th Lord Saltoun facts for kids

Alexander Arthur Fraser, the 20th Lord Saltoun, was an important Scottish nobleman who lived from 1886 to 1979. He was known for being one of the longest-serving "representative peers" for Scotland. This meant he was chosen to represent Scotland's nobility in the British Parliament for many years, from 1935 to 1963. He also received the Military Cross for his bravery.

Who Was Lord Saltoun?

Alexander Arthur Fraser was born on March 8, 1886. He was the oldest son of Alexander Fraser, the 19th Lord Saltoun. His mother was Mary Helena Grattan-Bellew. Before he became Lord Saltoun himself in 1933, he was known as the Master of Saltoun.

Early Life and Education

Young Alexander went to two very famous schools. He studied at Eton College, which is a well-known boarding school. After that, he attended New College, Oxford, a prestigious university.

Military Service

During World War I, Alexander Arthur Fraser served in the military. He was a captain and later an honorary major in a famous Scottish regiment called the Gordon Highlanders. Sadly, during the war, he was captured and became a prisoner of war.

Family Life

On June 8, 1920, Alexander Arthur Fraser married Dorothy Geraldine Welby. They had two children together. Their son, Alexander Simon Fraser, was born in 1921. He was also known as the Master of Saltoun. Tragically, he died in 1944 while serving in World War II. Their daughter, Flora Marjory Fraser, was born in 1930. She later became the 21st Lady Saltoun.

Later Years

Lord Saltoun lived a long life. He passed away at his home in Twickenham on August 31, 1979, when he was 93 years old.