Alexander Maxwell (politician) facts for kids
Sir Alexander Maxwell, 2nd Baronet (who passed away on May 23, 1730), was an important Scottish figure. He came from Monreith, a place in Wigtown, Scotland. Sir Alexander was a Member of Parliament (MP) in the British House of Commons. This means he was elected to help make laws for the country.
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Who Was Sir Alexander Maxwell?
Sir Alexander Maxwell was a Scottish nobleman and politician. He inherited a special title called "Baronet" from his father. A Baronet is a title of honor that can be passed down in a family, similar to a knight but hereditary.
Early Life and Education
Sir Alexander was the oldest surviving son of Sir William Maxwell, who was the 1st Baronet of Monreith. He went to school at the University of Glasgow, which is a famous university in Scotland. After his studies, he became an advocate in 1705. An advocate is like a lawyer who speaks for people in court.
Becoming a Baronet
In April 1709, Sir Alexander's father passed away. This meant Sir Alexander became the 2nd Baronet. He also took over the family estate at Monreith. This was a big responsibility, as he was now in charge of the family's land and title.
His Time in Parliament
From 1713 to 1715, Sir Alexander served in the British Parliament. He represented an area called Wigtown Burghs. As an MP, he would have traveled to London to attend meetings in the House of Commons. Here, he would have discussed important issues and voted on new laws for Great Britain.
Family Life
Sir Alexander Maxwell married a woman named Jean Montgomerie. Her father was The Earl of Eglinton. Sir Alexander and Jean had a large family together. They had three sons and four daughters. When Sir Alexander passed away, his oldest son, William, became the 3rd Baronet. William's daughter, Jane, later married The Duke of Gordon, a very important nobleman.
