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Archibald Montgomerie, 16th Earl of Eglinton
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16th Earl of Eglinton
In office
1919–1945
Personal details
Born 23 June 1880
Died 22 April 1945

Archibald Seton Montgomerie (born June 23, 1880 – died April 22, 1945) was an important Scottish nobleman. He held the titles of the 16th Earl of Eglinton and the 4th Earl of Winton.

Archibald was the son of George Arnulph Montgomerie, who was the 15th Earl of Eglinton. His mother was Janet Lucretia Montgomerie. In 1925, he decided to move the family out of Eglinton Castle. This castle had been the main home for the Montgomerie family for many years.

Early Life and Education

Archibald Montgomerie went to Eton College for his education. Eton is a very famous school in England.

Serving in the Military

During World War I, Archibald served in the military. He was part of a special cavalry regiment called the Life Guards.

Role in Government

As the 4th Earl of Winton, Archibald also had a role in the British government. He was a member of the House of Lords. This is the upper house of the UK Parliament, where important laws and decisions are discussed.

Family Life

Archibald Montgomerie had children with two different partners.

Children with Lady Beatrice Susan Dalrymple

On June 1, 1908, he had children with Lady Beatrice Susan Dalrymple. She was the daughter of the 11th Earl of Stair. They had five children together:

  • Lady Barbara Susan Montgomerie (born 1909 – died 1992)
  • Lady Janet Egida Montgomerie (born 1911 – died 1999)
  • Lady Betty Mary Seton Montgomerie (born 1912 – died 1996)
  • Archibald William Alexander Montgomerie (born 1914 – died 1966), who later became the 17th Earl of Eglinton
  • Hon. George Seton Montgomerie (born 1919 – died 1934)

Children with Marjorie McIntyre

Later, on August 16, 1922, he had two more children with Marjorie McIntyre:

  • Lady Anne Montgomerie
  • Hon. Roger Hugh Montgomerie (born 1923 – died 2011)

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