James Stewart-Mackenzie, 1st Baron Seaforth facts for kids
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The Lord Seaforth
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| Member of the House of Lords Lord Temporal |
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| In office 3 February 1921 – 3 March 1923 Hereditary Peerage |
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James Alexander Francis Humberston Stewart-Mackenzie
9 November 1847 |
| Died | 3 March 1923 (aged 75) |
| Parents | Keith William Stewart-Mackenzie Hannah Charlotte Hope-Vere |
| Alma mater | Glenalmond College |
| Occupation | Soldier, politician, philanthropist |
James Alexander Francis Humberston Stewart-Mackenzie, 1st Baron Seaforth (born November 9, 1847 – died March 3, 1923) was a Scottish soldier. Many people saw him as the chief of Clan Mackenzie. He was also known as Colonel The Lord Seaforth.
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Who Was Baron Seaforth?
James Alexander Francis Humberston Stewart-Mackenzie was a very important person in Scotland. He was a soldier for over 30 years. After his military career, he became a politician and helped his local community. He was also known for his kind actions, which is why he is called a philanthropist.
His Family and Early Life
James was the son of Keith William Stewart-Mackenzie. His mother was Hannah Charlotte Hope-Vere. His sister, Mary Jeune, Baroness St Helier, became a well-known socialite and politician.
His grandmother was Mary Elizabeth Frederica Mackenzie. She was the daughter of Francis Mackenzie, 1st Baron Seaforth. The title "Baron Seaforth" had ended before James was born. This was because Francis Mackenzie's four sons all died before him.
James went to school at Glenalmond College. This is a famous school in Scotland.
A Life in the Military
In 1867, James joined the army. He became an officer in the 9th Lancers, a cavalry regiment. He served in the military for more than 30 years. He eventually became the regiment's colonel, a very high rank.
He fought in several battles during the Second Anglo-Afghan War (1878–1880). These battles included Maidan, Kabul, Sherpur, and Kandahar. After his time fighting, he worked as a military secretary. He helped Mountstuart Elphinstone Grant Duff, who was the Governor of Madras (a region in India).
Life After the Army
After leaving the army, James focused on managing his family's land. His family lived at Brahan Castle in Ross and Cromarty, Scotland. This was their traditional home.
He also became involved in local government. In 1900, he was made a Vice-Lieutenant of Ross and Cromarty. This was an important role in the county. He was also elected to the Ross and Cromarty County Council. This meant he helped make decisions for the local area.
James was very generous and did a lot of charity work. He helped people in his community. This is why he is called a philanthropist.
Becoming a Baron
In 1921, James was given a special honour. He was made a "peer" in the peerage of the United Kingdom. This meant he became a member of the House of Lords, a part of the British Parliament. He was given the title Baron Seaforth. This was the same title his great-grandfather had held. The title was given to him for all his good work in Ross and Cromarty.
Sadly, James died just two years later, in 1923. He passed away from pneumonia. He did not have any children. Because of this, the title of Baron Seaforth ended again when he died.
