George Campbell, 6th Duke of Argyll facts for kids
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The Duke of Argyll
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'A view of Argyle' colour etching, 1819.
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| Lord Steward of the Household | |
| In office 11 September 1833 – 14 November 1834 |
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| Monarch | William IV |
| Prime Minister | |
| Preceded by | The Marquess Wellesley |
| Succeeded by | The Earl of Wilton |
| In office 23 April 1835 – 22 October 1839 |
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| Prime Minister | The Viscount Melbourne |
| Preceded by | The Earl of Wilton |
| Succeeded by | The Earl of Erroll |
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| Born | 22 September 1768 |
| Died | 22 October 1839 (aged 71) Inveraray Castle, Argyllshire |
| Nationality | British |
| Spouse | Lady Caroline Villiers |
| Parents | John Campbell, 5th Duke of Argyll Elizabeth Gunning |
George William Campbell (born September 22, 1768 – died October 22, 1839) was a very important Scottish nobleman and politician. He was known as the Earl of Campbell and later the Marquess of Lorne before becoming the 6th Duke of Argyll. He belonged to the Whig political group.
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Who Was the Duke of Argyll?
George William Campbell was the eldest son of John Campbell, 5th Duke of Argyll. His mother was Elizabeth Campbell, 1st Baroness Hamilton. She was the daughter of Colonel John Gunning.
His Political Journey
George William Campbell started his political career in 1790. He was a Member of Parliament for St Germans until 1796.
Becoming a Duke
In 1806, he became the Duke of Argyll after his father passed away. This meant he joined the House of Lords, which is a part of the British Parliament.
Important Roles
The Duke of Argyll held several important positions. He was the Lord Keeper of the Great Seal of Scotland twice, first from 1827 to 1828, and again from 1830 to 1839. This role involved looking after important official documents.
In 1833, he became a member of the Privy Council. This is a group of advisors to the King or Queen. He was also appointed Lord Steward of the Household. This job meant he was in charge of the royal household's affairs.
Serving the Government
He served as Lord Steward under two Prime Ministers: Lord Grey and Lord Melbourne. He kept this role until he died in 1839. He was also the Lord-Lieutenant of Argyllshire from 1799 to 1839. This meant he was the King's representative in his home county.
Family Life
The Duke of Argyll married Lady Caroline Elizabeth Villiers in 1810. She was the daughter of George Villiers, 4th Earl of Jersey. Lady Caroline had been married before. The Duke and Duchess of Argyll did not have any children together.
He passed away in October 1839 at the age of 71. He died at Inveraray Castle in Argyllshire. He was buried at Kilmun Parish Church in Kilmun, Cowal. His brother, Lord John Campbell, became the next Duke of Argyll.
