Colin Campbell facts for kids

Colin Campbell is a name shared by many different people throughout history. This page will help you learn about some of the famous and important individuals named Colin Campbell, from brave soldiers and powerful noblemen to clever scientists and talented artists.

Important People Named Colin Campbell

Early Scottish History Figures

• Cailean Mór (died after 1296): Also known as Sir Colin Campbell, or "Colin the Great." He was an important figure in early Scottish history.
• Sir Colin Og Campbell of Lochawe (died before 1343): He was a Scottish nobleman and Lord of Lochawe.
• Colin Roy Campbell of Glenure (c. 1708–1752): Sometimes called the "Red Fox," he was unfortunately killed in a famous event known as the Appin Murder. This event was even featured in the well-known book Kidnapped by Robert Louis Stevenson.
• Sir Colin Campbell, 1st Baron Clyde (1792–1863): A very important Scottish soldier who became a field marshal. He was known for his leadership in several wars, including the Crimean War and the Indian Rebellion.

Scottish Noblemen and Leaders

• Colin Campbell, 1st Earl of Argyll (c. 1433–1493): A powerful Scottish nobleman who held important positions in the government.
• Colin Campbell, 3rd Earl of Argyll (c. 1486–1535): Another significant Scottish nobleman and soldier who played a role in the country's history.
• Colin Campbell, 6th Earl of Argyll (1541/46–1584): A Scottish nobleman and politician during a time of change in Scotland.
• Colin Campbell, 7th Earl Cawdor (born 1962): A modern Scottish earl who is also an architect.

Politicians and Public Servants

• Sir Colin Campbell (British Army officer, born 1776) (1776–1847): A British Army officer who served as the Governor of Nova Scotia and later Ceylon (now Sri Lanka).
• Colin Campbell (Ontario politician) (1901–1978): A Canadian politician who was a Member of Parliament. He also served as the president of the International Curling Federation.
• Colin Campbell (Scottish politician) (born 1938): A former Member of the Scottish Parliament.

Educators and Academics

• Colin Campbell (lawyer) (1944–2022): A British academic lawyer who was the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Nottingham.
• Colin G. Campbell (born 1935): An American educator who was the president of Wesleyan University.
• T. Colin Campbell (born 1934): An American biochemist and nutritionist known for his research on diet and health.

Scientists and Researchers

• Colin Campbell (geologist) (1931–2022): A British petroleum geologist who studied oil and gas reserves.
• Colin Campbell (astronomer) (died 1752): A Scottish astronomer who observed the stars and planets.

Sports Figures

• Colin Campbell (Australian sportsman) (1872–1907): An Australian doctor who also played Australian rules football and cricket.
• Colin Campbell (footballer, born 1918) (1918–2003): An Australian footballer who played for the Collingwood team.
• Colin Campbell (cricketer, born 1884) (1884–1966): A Scottish-born New Zealand cricketer.
• Colin Campbell (field hockey) (1887–1955): A British Olympic field hockey player.
• Colin Campbell (ice hockey, born 1953) (born 1953): A Canadian ice hockey player, coach, and executive.
• Colin Campbell (ice hockey, born 1991) (born 1991): A Canadian professional ice hockey player.
• Colin Campbell (Olympian) (born 1946): A British Olympian who competed in both the Summer and Winter Olympic Games in track and field and bobsleigh.

Artists and Entertainers

• Colen Campbell (1676–1729): A Scottish architect who was a key figure in the Neo-Palladian style of architecture.
• Colin Campbell (director) (1859–1928): A Scottish-born film director, writer, actor, and producer from the early days of cinema.
• Colin Campbell (artist) (1942–2001): A Canadian artist known for his video art.
• Lady Colin Campbell (born 1949): A Jamaican-born British writer and biographer.
• Colin Campbell (actor) (1937–2018): An English actor.

Other Notable Individuals

• Colin Campbell (Swedish East India Company) (1686–1757): A Scottish merchant who helped start the Swedish East India Company, a trading company.
• Colin Campbell, 1st Baron Colgrain (1866–1954): A British banker.
• Colin Campbell (Canadian bishop) (1931–2012): A Catholic bishop in Canada.
• Colin Campbell (New Zealand bishop) (born 1941): A Catholic bishop in New Zealand.
• Sir Colin Campbell (British Army officer, born 1754) (1754–1814): A British Army general.
• Colin Campbell (entrepreneur): A Canadian internet entrepreneur from the 21st century.

Fictional Characters

• Colin Campbell: The main character in the 1985 science fiction novel The Cat Who Walks Through Walls by Robert A. Heinlein.

Ships Named Colin Campbell

• Sir Colin Campell of Peterhead: A ship best known by its later name, Danmark of Copenhagen.

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