Philip Anstruther (British Army officer)
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Lieutenant-General Philip Anstruther (bap. 26 July 1682 – 11 November 1760), of Airdrie House, Fife, was a professional soldier from Scotland and Member of Parliament between 1715 and 1754. He was a controversial Lieutenant Governor of Menorca.
Quick Facts Lieutenant-General, Member of Parliament for Anstruther Burghs1715 to 1722; 1722 to 1741 ...
Philip Anstruther | |
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Member of Parliament for Anstruther Burghs 1715 to 1722; 1722 to 1741 | |
In office 1747–1754 | |
Lieutenant Governor of Menorca | |
In office 1733–1747 | |
Personal details | |
Born | 1682 Airdrie House, Fife [1] |
Died | 11 November 1760(1760-11-11) (aged 80) Airdrie House, Fife |
Nationality | Scottish |
Political party | Whig |
Relations | Sir John Anstruther, 2nd Baronet |
Occupation | Soldier and politician |
Military service | |
Allegiance | Great Britain |
Branch/service | Army |
Rank | Lieutenant General 1745 |
Unit | Colonel; 26th (Cameronian) Regiment of Foot 1720-1760 |
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