John Graeme facts for kids
John Graeme of Newton (died 3 January 1773) was an important Scottish helper for the Jacobite cause. He was known as the Earl of Alford by Jacobite supporters. He worked as a top advisor, called the Secretary of State, for the exiled King James Francis Edward Stuart.
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Who Was John Graeme?
John Graeme was the oldest son of James Graeme of Newton. His father was a lawyer for Scotland in 1688. John Graeme was from Scotland and followed the Protestant religion.
Working for the Exiled King
John Graeme was a loyal supporter of the Stuart family. This family had lost their throne in Britain. They were living in exile, meaning they had to live outside their home country.
In 1726, the exiled King James III & VIII honored John Graeme. He made him a baronet, which is a special title of honor. This was for Graeme's help at the Jacobite court in Vienna. A "court" was like the king's official household and group of advisors.
Secretary of State Role
From May 1727 to August 1728, John Graeme served as the Secretary of State. This was a very important job, like being a chief advisor to the king. He later asked to stop this role.
He returned to the Jacobite court in 1759. This court was then at the Palazzo Muti in Rome. The exiled King made him a minister, which is another high-ranking advisor role. He worked in this position until 1763.
New Titles
In 1760, John Graeme received more special titles. The exiled King made him the Earl of Alford, Viscount of Falkirk, and Baron Newton. These titles were part of the Jacobite peerage, which were honors given by the exiled Stuart kings.
Later Life
John Graeme later moved to Paris, France. He passed away in 1773 at the Scots College. He did not have any children to inherit his titles.
