Sir James Carnegie, 3rd Baronet facts for kids

Sir James Carnegie of Pittarrow (born 1716, died 1765) was an important person from Scotland. He was a politician and a soldier. He held the title of the 3rd Baronet of Pittarrow. He would have also been the 6th Earl of Southesk, but a special legal rule called an "attainder" prevented it.

Early Life and Education

James Carnegie was the oldest son of Sir John Carnegie, the 2nd Baronet. His mother was Mary Burnett. In 1729, when James was just thirteen years old, he became the 3rd Baronet after his father passed away.

A year later, his cousin, James Carnegie, the 5th Earl of Southesk, died. Sir James Carnegie would have inherited the title of Earl of Southesk. However, a legal rule called an "attainder" stopped him from getting this title. This rule meant that the title could not be passed on.

Until he was old enough to make his own decisions, James had guardians. These guardians, Andrew Fletcher and Sir Alexander Ramsay, sent him to the University of Glasgow for his education.

Career in the Military and Politics

Sir James Carnegie joined the British Army in 1737. He served under Prince William, Duke of Cumberland. In 1745, he fought in the Battle of Fontenoy.

A year later, in 1746, he fought in the Battle of Culloden. He was on the side of the House of Hanover. Interestingly, his younger brother supported the other side, the Jacobites, in this battle.

Sir James Carnegie also had a career in politics. He became a member of the British House of Commons in 1741. He represented the area of Kincardineshire. He continued to serve in Parliament until his death in 1765.

Family Life

On July 5, 1752, Sir James Carnegie married Christian Doig. She was the oldest daughter of David Doig. Together, they had two daughters and four sons.

Sir James Carnegie passed away on April 30, 1765. He was buried in Stamford, Lincolnshire. His oldest son, David, inherited his title as the 4th Baronet.