Elizabeth Scott, Duchess of Buccleuch (1743–1827) facts for kids
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The Duchess of Buccleuch and Queensberry
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Portrait by Thomas Gainsborough, c. 1767
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| Born | Lady Elizabeth Montagu 29 May 1743 Montagu House, Whitehall, London, England |
| Died | 21 November 1827 (aged 84) Richmond, Surrey, England |
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| Issue | Elizabeth Home, Countess of Home George Scott, Earl of Dalkeith Mary Stopford, Countess of Courtown Charles Montagu-Scott, 4th Duke of Buccleuch Henry James Montagu Scott, 2nd Baron Montagu of Boughton Harriet Kerr, Marquess of Lothian |
| Parents | George Montagu, 1st Duke of Montagu Lady Mary Montagu |
Elizabeth Scott, Duchess of Buccleuch (born May 29, 1743 – died November 21, 1827) was an important woman in British history. She was also known as Lady Elizabeth Montagu before she married. Elizabeth became the Duchess of Buccleuch when she married Henry Scott, 3rd Duke of Buccleuch.
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Early Life and Family Connections
Elizabeth was born on May 29, 1743. She was the oldest daughter of George Montagu, 1st Duke of Montagu. Her mother was Lady Mary Montagu. Elizabeth was baptized at a church called St George's, Hanover Square in London.
Her family had important connections. Her great-grandparents on her mother's side were John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough and Sarah Churchill. They were very famous figures in British history.
A Change in Family Titles
Elizabeth had a brother named John Montagu, Marquess of Monthermer. Sadly, he passed away in 1770 without marrying or having children. Because of this, a special family title, the barony of Montagu, was passed down to Elizabeth's children instead.
Marriage and Children
Elizabeth Montagu married Henry Scott, 3rd Duke of Buccleuch on May 2, 1767. Their wedding took place at Montagu House, Whitehall. Together, they had seven children.
The Children of Elizabeth and Henry
- Lady Elizabeth Scott (died 1837): She married Alexander Home, 10th Earl of Home and had children.
- George Scott, Earl of Dalkeith (1768–1768): He was their first son but sadly passed away when he was a baby.
- Lady Mary Scott (1769–1823): She married James Stopford, 3rd Earl of Courtown and also had children.
- Sir Charles William Henry Montagu Scott, 4th Duke of Buccleuch & 6th Duke of Queensberry (1772–1819): He later became the Duke after his father.
- Lady Caroline Scott (1774–1854): She married Charles Douglas, 6th Marquess of Queensberry and had children.
- Henry James Montagu Scott, 2nd Baron Montagu of Boughton (1776–1845)
- Lady Harriet Scott (1780–1833): She married William Kerr, 6th Marquess of Lothian and had children.
Later Life and Legacy
Elizabeth's husband, Henry Scott, passed away in 1812. After his death, their son Charles became the new Duke.
The Duchess Bridge
The year after her husband died, her son had a bridge rebuilt in iron. This bridge was located in a place called Langholme. It was named the Duchess Bridge in honor of Elizabeth, the Duchess of Buccleuch. In 2021, this bridge was considered to be the oldest iron bridge in Scotland!
Elizabeth, the Duchess of Buccleuch, passed away at the age of 84. She died in Richmond, Surrey, and was buried in a place called Warkton, Northamptonshire.
