David Carnegie, 4th Earl of Northesk facts for kids

The family crest (coat of arms) for the Earls of Northesk

David Carnegie, 4th Earl of Northesk (born in 1675, died January 14, 1729) was an important Scottish nobleman and politician. He played a role in the government of Scotland during his time.

Who Was David Carnegie?

David Carnegie was born into a noble family. His father was David Carnegie, the 3rd Earl of Northesk. His mother was Elizabeth Lindsay. He inherited his title, Earl of Northesk, from his father. This made him a "peer," which is a member of the nobility.

Important Roles in Scotland

David Carnegie held several important jobs in the Scottish government.

• In 1698, he became a Privy Councillor of Scotland. This meant he was a trusted advisor to the monarch.
• He also served as the Sheriff of Forfar in 1702. A sheriff was like a chief law enforcement officer for a region.
• From 1705 to 1708, he was a Lord Commissioner of Treasury for Scotland. This role involved managing the country's money.
• Between 1708 and 1715, he was a representative peer. This meant he was chosen to represent Scotland's noble families in the British Parliament.
• In 1711, he became a Commissioner of Trade and Manufacturers. This job focused on helping businesses and industries in Scotland.

His Family

David Carnegie married Lady Margaret Wemyss on January 29, 1697. Lady Margaret was the daughter of James Wemyss, Lord Burntisland, and Margaret Wemyss, 3rd Countess of Wemyss. David and Margaret had five children together:

• Elizabeth Carnegie (born 1699, died 1767)
• David Carnegie, 5th Earl of Northesk (born 1701, died 1741)
• Margaret Carnegie (born 1702, died 1722)
• Admiral George Carnegie, 6th Earl of Northesk (born 1716, died 1792)
• Anne Carnegie (born 1729)