Lord George Murray
Scottish Jacobite General
Born
October 4th, 1694
331 years ago
Died
1760
265 years ago — 66 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
Scotland
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Born in 1694, served as a general in the Jacobite army during the Jacobite uprisings in Britain. Played a significant role in the 1745 Rising, supporting Charles Edward Stuart's claim to the throne. Demonstrated military leadership during the Battle of Prestonpans and the Battle of Falkirk. After the Jacobite defeat at Culloden in 1746, fled to France and continued to support the Jacobite cause until his death in 1760.
Led Jacobite forces at the Battle of Falkirk
Contributed to the Jacobite uprising of 1745
Played a key role in the early successes of the Jacobite cause
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