John Campbell, 5th Earl Cawdor facts for kids
John Duncan Vaughan Campbell, 5th Earl Cawdor (born May 17, 1900 – died January 9, 1970) was an important person from both Scotland and Wales. He held the title of Viscount Emlyn when he was younger, from 1911 to 1914. An Earl is a noble title, usually passed down in families, meaning he came from a family with a long history and special status.
He was the son of Hugh Campbell, 4th Earl Cawdor and Joan Emily Mary Thynne. John Duncan Vaughan Campbell lived a life of service and learning.
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Early Life and Military Service
John Duncan Vaughan Campbell was born into a noble family. As a young man, he served his country. He fought in the First World War as part of the Royal Navy, which is the United Kingdom's naval force. For his service, he was given the Territorial Decoration, an award for long and good service in the volunteer forces.
World War II Contributions
Later, he also served in the Second World War. During this conflict, he held the rank of Lieutenant-Colonel. This means he was a high-ranking officer in the army. He was also "mentioned in despatches," which is a special way of saying he was officially recognized for his bravery or good work during battle.
A Life of Learning and Family
Beyond his military career, John Duncan Vaughan Campbell was very interested in knowledge and history. He became a Fellow of several important groups. These included the Royal Geographical Society, which studies geography and exploration. He was also a Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland and the Society of Antiquaries. These societies are dedicated to studying ancient times and historical objects. Being a Fellow means he was recognized as an expert in these fields.
Family Life
Lord Cawdor was married twice. His first marriage was to Wilma Mairi Vickers on May 15, 1929. They had three children together:
- Lady Caroline Mairi Campbell (1930–1977), who later had her own children.
- Hugh John Vaughan Campbell, 6th Earl Cawdor (1932–1993), who became the next Earl and also had children.
- Hon. James Alexander Campbell (1942–2019), who had four daughters.
John Duncan Vaughan Campbell and Wilma Mairi Vickers divorced in 1961. He then married Elizabeth Topham Richardson on June 29, 1961. She was the daughter of John Topham Richardson.
