James Douglas facts for kids

James Douglas is a name shared by many famous people throughout history. This page helps you find out more about some of them. Many of these individuals were important figures in Scottish history, while others made their mark in politics, sports, or other fields.

Scottish Noblemen

Many people named James Douglas were powerful noblemen in Scotland. They held important titles and played big roles in Scottish history.

Lords of Angus

• James Douglas, 3rd Earl of Angus (1426–1446) was a Scottish nobleman. An Earl was a high-ranking noble.
• James Douglas, Earl of Angus (1671–1692) was the son of the 2nd Marquess of Douglas. A Marquess was another important noble title.

Lords of Douglas

• James Douglas, Lord of Douglas (1286–1330), also known as "the Good" or "the Black," was a Scottish warlord. He was a close friend and champion of Robert the Bruce, a famous Scottish king.
• James Douglas, 2nd Earl of Douglas (around 1358–1388) was an important Scottish noble.
• James Douglas, 7th Earl of Douglas (1371–1443), sometimes called "the Gross," was a powerful Scottish Earl.
• James Douglas, 9th Earl of Douglas (1426–1488) was another Scottish nobleman with this name.
• Lord James Douglas (1617–1645) was the son of the 1st Marquess of Douglas.
• James Douglas, 2nd Marquess of Douglas (1646–1700) held a high noble rank in Scotland.

Lords of Morton

• James Douglas, 1st Earl of Morton (1426–1493) was the first person to hold the title of Earl of Morton.
• James Douglas, 3rd Earl of Morton (died 1548) was another Earl of Morton.
• James Douglas, 4th Earl of Morton (around 1516–1581) was a very influential figure in Scottish history.
• James Douglas, 10th Earl of Morton (died 1686) held the title of Earl of Morton.
• James Douglas, 11th Earl of Morton (died 1715) also held the title of Earl of Morton.
• James Douglas, 14th Earl of Morton (1702–1768) was a Scottish nobleman and a talented astronomer.

Other Scottish Nobles

• James Douglas, 2nd Duke of Queensberry (1662–1711) was a Scottish nobleman who also held the title of 1st Duke of Dover. A Duke is the highest rank of nobility.
• James Douglas-Hamilton, Baron Selkirk of Douglas (born 1942) is a modern Scottish politician. He was a Member of Parliament (MP) and a Member of the Scottish Parliament (MSP).
• James Douglas, 1st Lord Mordington (died 1656) was the first person to hold the title of Lord Mordington.
• James Douglas, 7th Baron Drumlanrig (died 1578) was a Scottish nobleman. A Baron is a lower rank of nobility.
• James Douglas, 1st Lord Dalkeith was a Scottish nobleman.

Politicians

Many people named James Douglas have been involved in politics, helping to lead and shape their countries.

• James Douglas Stoddart Douglas (1793–1875) was a Member of Parliament (MP) for Rochester in Britain.
• James Douglas (died 1751) was a British Member of Parliament for Malmesbury and St. Mawes.
• James Lester Douglas (1881–1950) was a Canadian Member of Parliament for Queen's, Prince Edward Island.
• James McCrie Douglas (1867–1950) was a politician in Alberta, Canada. He was also a former mayor of Edmonton.
• James Moffat Douglas (1839–1920) was a Canadian Member of Parliament and a Senator from Saskatchewan.
• James G. Douglas (1887–1954) was an important supporter of Michael Collins. He helped create the constitution for the Irish Free State and was a member of the Irish Senate.
• Jim Douglas (born 1951) served as the governor of Vermont, a state in the United States.
• Sir James Douglas (governor) (1803–1877) was a very important figure in Canadian history. He served as the governor of Vancouver Island and British Columbia. He also led the Hudson's Bay Company's operations in the Columbia District.
• James Postell Douglas (1836–1901) was a soldier, politician, and businessman in the state of Texas, USA.
• James Douglas (Australian politician) (died 1905) was a colonial politician in New South Wales, Australia.

Sportspeople

Several people named James Douglas have been successful in the world of sports.

• Jimmy Douglas (American soccer) (1898–1972) was a famous American soccer goalkeeper.
• Jimmy Douglas (Canadian soccer) (born 1948) is a Canadian soccer midfielder and coach.
• James Douglas (cricketer) (1870–1958) was an English cricketer.
• Jimmy Douglas (Scottish footballer) (1859–1919) was a Scottish international footballer.
• Buster Douglas (James Douglas, born 1960) is a well-known American boxer.
• James Scott Douglas (1930–1969) was a British racing driver.

Military

Some individuals named James Douglas served in the military, holding important positions.

• James Douglas (English Army officer) (died 1691) was a Colonel in the Scots Regiment of Footguards, a part of the English Army.
• James H. Douglas Jr. (1899–1988) held high positions in the United States government. He was the United States Secretary of the Air Force and the United States Deputy Secretary of Defense.
• Sir James Douglas, 1st Baronet (1703–1787) was a Commodore for Newfoundland and Labrador. A Commodore is a naval rank.

Other Notable People

People named James Douglas have also made contributions in many other areas, from science to arts.

• James Douglas (antiquary) (1753–1819) was an English clergyman who studied ancient objects and history.
• James Douglas (physician) (1675–1742) was a Scottish anatomist and physician, meaning he studied the human body and practiced medicine.
• James Douglas (businessman) (1837–1918) was a Canadian-born American mining engineer, industrialist, and a generous giver to charity (philanthropist).
• James Douglas Jr. (1868–1949) was a Canadian-American businessman and mining executive, following in his father's footsteps.
• James Douglas (composer) (1932–2022) was a Scottish composer, who wrote music.
• James Douglas (journalist) (1867–1940) was a British newspaper editor, author, and critic.
• James Douglas (actor) (1929–2016) was an American actor known for his roles in soap operas.
• James Douglas (architect) was an American architect who designed buildings in Wisconsin.
• James Douglas (judge) (born 1950) is a justice of the Supreme Court of Queensland, Australia.
• Jim Douglas (guitarist) (born 1942) is a Scottish jazz guitarist.

See also

In Spanish: James Douglas para niños

• James Douglass (disambiguation)
• All pages beginning with "James Douglas"
• All pages with titles containing "James Douglas"
• Jamie Douglas (disambiguation)